Hackers Stalked Bangladesh Bank Before Big Heist

The transcript discusses a sophisticated hacking operation targeting Bangladesh's Central Bank, where hackers used malware to infiltrate systems and cover their tracks. The operation involved transferring money from the Federal Reserve to accounts in the Philippines and Sri Lanka, with $81 million still missing. The Philippines faces potential blacklisting and economic repercussions if it fails to address the money laundering issue effectively.

What method did the hackers use to make the payments appear legitimate?

• They used counterfeit currency.

• They deployed malware on the bank's servers.

• They used fake bank accounts.

• They bribed bank officials.

What is the suspected motivation behind the hackers' operation?

• Data theft

• Political influence

• Financial gain

• Revenge

How much money was successfully stolen and sent to the Philippines?

• $50 million

• $20 million

• $81 million

• $100 million

What potential consequence does the Philippines face due to this incident?

• Improved credit rating

• Blacklisting as a money laundering haven

• Increased tourism

• Economic boom

What action must the Philippine government take to mitigate the consequences of the incident?

• Promote tourism

• Increase taxes

• Ignore the issue

• Show it is taking action against money laundering