# Ukraine Detains VPN Operator for Allowing Access to Russian Internet! 🌐

**URL:** <https://onehack.st/t/ukraine-detains-vpn-operator-for-allowing-access-to-russian-internet/293379>\
**Category:** News & Articles\
**Tags:** hacking, privacy, freebies\
**Created:** [October 12, 2024, 5:49pm UTC](https://onehack.st/t/ukraine-detains-vpn-operator-for-allowing-access-to-russian-internet/293379 "2024-10-12T17:49:28Z")\
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**Post date:** [October 12, 2024, 5:49pm UTC](https://onehack.st/t/ukraine-detains-vpn-operator-for-allowing-access-to-russian-internet/293379/1 "2024-10-12T17:49:28Z")

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**Summary:**

1. **Arrest of a VPN Operator**  
Ukrainian authorities arrested a 28-year-old man for operating an illegal VPN service that let users bypass sanctions and access the Russian internet (Runet).

2. **VPN’s Functionality**  
The VPN, in operation since Russia’s invasion, provided access to blocked Russian government sites and social media, aiding Russian sympathizers and individuals in occupied areas.

3. **Data Handling and Security Risks**  
The service handled over 100GB of data daily and connected to 48 million Russian IP addresses, raising concerns about potential exploitation by Russian intelligence.

4. **Law Enforcement Actions**  
Ukrainian cyber police and the National Security Service seized servers and equipment during the investigation, which is still ongoing.

5. **Legal Consequences**  
The suspect faces severe charges under Ukrainian law, which could result in a 15-year prison sentence, highlighting the significant role of VPNs in the cyber conflict between Ukraine and Russia.

**Read more at:** [CircleID](https://circleid.com/posts/ukraine-arrests-vpn-operator-facilitating-access-to-russian-internet)

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