Latin American threat actors leverage AI for data exfiltration; OpSec failures expose operations

Palo Alto Unit 42 reports that attackers targeting Latin American organizations are using AI tools to enhance data exfiltration, but basic operational security errors have allowed defenders to disrupt their campaigns. The report highlights a growing trend of AI adoption by regional cybercriminals, though specific techniques and targets remain partially undisclosed. This matters as it signals an evolution in threat actor capabilities in a region often under-resourced for cyber defense.