Welcome to SOCRadar’s LATAM Regional Threat Landscape Report’s CEO Brief!

The LATAM region’s dynamic digital transformation is being challenged by escalating cyber threats. SOCRadar’s LATAM Threat Landscape Report’s CEO Brief offers high-level insights into the most significant cybersecurity risks affecting businesses across Latin America, empowering executive leaders to make strategic decisions that protect financial stability, regulatory compliance, and brand reputation.

Key Cybersecurity Insights for Business Leaders:

• Public Sector in the Crosshairs: Public Administration accounts for 18.57% of dark web threats in LATAM, indicating government agencies’ vulnerability to data theft and disruption.

• Finance and Information Sectors at High Risk: These data-rich industries are prominent dark web targets, highlighting the value of digital assets to cybercriminals.

• Ransomware Hits Major Economies: Brazil (30.28%) and Mexico (27.52%) lead LATAM ransomware incidents, suggesting attackers focus on regions with robust digital infrastructures.

• Stealer Malware Threats: Brazil, Argentina, and Mexico show the highest exposure to infostealer malware campaigns, indicating a broad regional risk for data leaks.

• Dark Web Activity: Cybercriminals actively trade stolen credentials and unauthorized access tied to LATAM businesses, heightening fraud and data breach risks.

Why This Report Matters for CEOs

Cybercrime in LATAM is intensifying, fueled by underground data markets and sophisticated ransomware and phishing campaigns. Executive leaders must prioritize cybersecurity as a core business function to ensure operational resilience, protect customer trust, and maintain regulatory compliance.

SOCRadar’s report equips CEOs with:

• Early visibility into sector-specific threats and underground activities impacting the region.

• Actionable intelligence to guide risk management and cybersecurity investments.

• Strategic insights to align cybersecurity priorities with business goals and regulatory obligations.

Strengthening Cyber Resilience at the Executive Level

Business leaders should integrate cybersecurity into corporate strategy and champion a culture of security. SOCRadar’s advanced threat intelligence solutions provide the insights needed to protect digital assets and ensure long-term growth.

• Dark Web Monitoring: Identify leaked credentials and unauthorized access sales before they’re exploited.

• Ransomware Intelligence: Stay informed on ransomware groups targeting LATAM organizations and mitigate risks early.

• Phishing Detection & Response: Protect against fraudulent scams that can impact financial transactions and executive operations.

Download the full report today to stay ahead of emerging cyber threats and safeguard your organization’s future.