AI-Enhanced Malware Campaign Targets Users via WhatsApp

The Water Saci campaign has escalated significantly, with threat actors using artificial intelligence to enhance malware propagation. The campaign employs a complex attack chain involving multiple file formats and scripting languages to evade detection. The transition from PowerShell to Python scripts, likely converted using AI tools, has improved the malware's capabilities and reach. The campaign targets financial institutions and cryptocurrency exchanges, using sophisticated banking trojans to steal credentials and maintain persistent access. Security experts recommend implementing multi-layered defenses and user awareness training to combat this threat.