Who are the REvil and GandCrab ransomware bosses identified by Germany?

Daniil Maksimovich Shchukin (31, aka UNKN) and Anatoly Sergeevich Kravchuk (43), Russians blamed for leading both groups from 2019-2021.

What damage did REvil and GandCrab cause in Germany?

Over $40 million total, with $2.2 million paid in ransoms from 25 of 130+ attacks on companies.

Are the REvil leaders caught or still at large?

Still free, believed in Russia; BKA seeks public tips via EU Most Wanted.

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Germany Unmasks REvil and GandCrab Bosses: Russians Linked to $40M Ransoms

German cops just dropped names and mugshots on the kingpins of two monster ransomware crews. REvil and GandCrab raked in millions; now the hunt intensifies across borders.

Threat Digest Apr 07, 2026 3 min read

Tattooed arms and photos of REvil and GandCrab suspects released by German Federal Police

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German BKA names Shchukin and Kravchuk as REvil/GandCrab leaders behind $40M+ damages. 𝕏
130+ German attacks, but perps safe in Russia—history suggests they'll rebrand. 𝕏
Intel wins mounting, but arrests lag; affiliate model keeps ransomware alive. 𝕏

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