Beware: Symantec Says New Malware Used for Surveillance

Regin is a sophisticated malware discovered by Symantec, active since 2008. It targets various countries, primarily Russia and Saudi Arabia, and sectors like individuals, telecoms, and energy. Regin's capabilities include capturing screenshots, stealing passwords, and creating fake websites. Its complexity suggests nation state involvement, with potential suspects being the US, China, or Israel. The malware is hard to detect due to its anti-forensics features.

What year did Regin first become active according to the transcript?

• 2015

• 2011

• 2008

• 2013

Which two countries are most frequently targeted by Regin?

• United States and China

• Russia and Saudi Arabia

• Mexico and Ireland

• India and Pakistan

What sectors are targeted by Regin besides individuals and small businesses?

• Finance and Real Estate

• Hospitality, Energy, and Airlines

• Education and Healthcare

• Retail and Manufacturing

What capability of Regin makes it difficult to detect?

• It changes its code frequently

• It can self-destruct

• It uses a common antivirus signature

• It has anti-forensics capabilities

Which countries are speculated to be behind the creation of Regin?

• United States, China, and Israel

• Russia, India, and Pakistan

• Germany, France, and Italy

• Brazil, Argentina, and Chile