The Department of State has announced a reward offer under the Transnational Organized Crime Rewards Program of up to $2.5 million for information leading to the arrest and/or conviction of Volodymyr Kadariya, also known as Volodymyr Kadaria or Vladimir Kadaria. Kadariya is wanted in the United States for his alleged participation in a significant malware organization.
Kadariya faces charges related to cybercrime offenses involving an alleged scheme to transmit the Angler Exploit Kit (AEK), other malware, and online scams to millions of unsuspecting Internet users through online advertisements—referred to as "malvertising"—and other means from October 2013 through March 2022. During this period, AEK was reportedly a primary method used by cybercriminals to deliver malware onto compromised electronic devices.
On June 14, 2023, Kadariya was indicted in the District of New Jersey on charges including conspiracy to commit wire fraud, conspiracy to commit computer fraud, and two counts of substantive wire fraud.
The reward offer is authorized by the Secretary under the Department of State’s Transnational Organized Crime Rewards Program. This program supports law enforcement efforts globally to disrupt transnational crime and bring fugitives to justice. Individuals with information are encouraged to contact the U.S. Secret Service (USSS) via email at MostWanted@usss.dhs.gov. Those outside the United States may visit their nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate, while those within the United States can contact their local USSS office.
All identities will be kept strictly confidential. Government officials and employees are not eligible for rewards.
