A hacking kingpin reveals all: Inside the gang that left a trail of destruction
Published: 11/10/2025

Former cyber-crime kingpin Vyacheslav Penchukov, known as "Tank," reveals insights into his criminal past and cyber-underworld exploits in an exclusive interview. Serving two concurrent nine-year sentences for cyber-crime, he discusses his rise in the criminal ranks, involvement in ransomware attacks, and connections to prominent cyber gangs like Evil Corp. Penchukov's revelations shed light on the inner workings of cyber-crime networks, the mindset of hackers, and the impact on victims worldwide, including businesses like Lieber's Luggage in the US.



