The digital ghost they call Zhang Shilong is still out there. A phantom in the machine, wanted by the FBI for a scheme that bled companies dry and left a trail of compromised data stretching across the globe. He’s one half of a particularly nasty duo operating out of China, known as APT 10, and the feds are offering a substantial reward for information leading to his capture. Forget your Hollywood hackers, this isn’t about teenage angst and glowing screens. This is cold, calculated theft on an industrial scale.
Zhang, also known by the aliases “Baobeilong,” “Zhang Jianguo,” and “Atreexp,” isn’t leaving a paper trail, naturally. The indictment out of the Southern District of New York details a conspiracy to infiltrate computer networks, steal intellectual property, and then funnel that stolen data – and the profits – back to China. Alongside his partner, Zhu Hua, operating under a constellation of online names like “Afwar” and “Godkiller,” they weren’t just breaking into systems, they were *living* inside them, mapping networks, and quietly exfiltrating valuable data for years. The charges? Conspiracy to commit computer intrusion, wire fraud, and aggravated identity theft – a trifecta of digital malice.
What does this man look like? That’s the problem. The FBI file is frustratingly sparse. No date of birth, no place of birth, no confirmed race or even a height and weight. He’s a shadow, a whisper in the dark web. The lack of a physical description isn’t a sign of incompetence, it’s a testament to his operational security. He’s a pro, blending into the background, leaving no fingerprints – digital or otherwise. But he’s not invisible. Someone knows where he is, who he is, what he’s been up to since the indictment dropped in 2018.
This isn’t just about stolen data; it’s about national security, economic espionage, and a clear demonstration that cybercrime isn’t a victimless offense. The APT 10 Group targeted industries vital to the American economy, and the damage they inflicted runs into the millions. They’re not looking for bragging rights, they’re looking for leverage. And Zhang Shilong is a key piece of that puzzle.
If you have any information, no matter how small, about the whereabouts of Zhang Shilong – or his associate, Zhu Hua – contact the FBI immediately. A reward is being offered for information leading directly to their arrest. Don’t wait for someone else to act. This is a digital war, and every piece of intelligence counts. Contact your local FBI field office or submit a tip online at tips.fbi.gov. Let’s bring this ghost to justice.
🔠Key Facts
| Full Name | Zhang Shilong |
| Charges | Conspiracy to Commit Computer Intrusions; Conspiracy to Commit Wire Fraud; Aggravated Identity Theft |
| Aliases | None known |
| Date of Birth | Unknown |
| Race / Sex | Unknown / Unknown |
| Nationality | Unknown |
| Height | Unknown |
| Weight | Unknown |
| Eyes / Hair | Unknown / Unknown |
| Scars & Marks | None reported |
| Location | United States |
📋 Source: FBI Most Wanted — Zhang Shilong
If you have information about this fugitive, contact your local FBI field office or submit a tip at tips.fbi.gov.
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