Zeus 1.3 comes with anti-piracy provisions similar to those used by Microsoft’s Windows. Like Windows, Zeus Builder ties itself to a specific computer using a key code based in part on the machine’s hardware configuration. Zeus Builder kit sells for between $3,000 and $4,000 in its most basic configuration. Even a small modification to the PC’s hardware can prevent Zeus Builder from running, researcher says. Zeus is probably the malware most used by criminals specializing in financial fraud.”]

