Vyacheslav Kinchukov (aka Tank)
Formerly a figure alleged to be a leader in the Jabber Zeus cybercrime operations; spoke from a US federal prison about his role in malware and money-mule schemes.
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Nov 10, 2025 • 33min
Evil Corp: 4. The insider
In a rare jailhouse interview, Vyacheslav Kinchukov, known as Tank, reveals his journey from a privileged childhood in Ukraine to a leading figure in cybercrime. He shares how he dodged the FBI during a raid, leveraging political connections for protection. Topics include the evolution of his hacking techniques, including the ingenious use of Zeus malware for bank theft, and the extravagant lifestyle funded by millions in stolen cash. Tank's candid reflections on wanting to exit the criminal world by his mid-20s provide a gripping insight into a life of crime.
