# Hackers suspected of using AI agents for cyberattacks on South Korean banks, exposing data from about 25,000 customers — officials believe AI models enable actors 'to hack with ease even without specialized skills'

> Cyberattacks using AI agents against several of the largest South Korean banks, including Hana Bank, KB Kookmin Bank, and Shinhan Bank, are currently being investigated by South Korean authorities.

- **Source:** [Tom's Hardware](https://www.tomshardware.com/tech-industry/cyber-security/hackers-suspected-of-using-ai-agents-for-cyberattacks-on-south-korean-banks-exposing-data-from-about-25-000-customers-officials-believe-ai-models-enable-actors-to-hack-with-ease-even-without-specialized-skills?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6ac51186a30f6636f6af4a8e)
- **Published:** 2026-10-06
- **Category:** AI & Bots
- **Tags:** #openai #claude #anthropic #ai
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