Polish authorities have arrested a Russian citizen suspected of conducting unauthorized cyberattacks against the computer networks of local organizations.

The arrest marks a significant development in the country’s efforts to combat cybercrime targeting Polish and European businesses.

On November 16, 2025, officers from the Central Bureau for Combating Cybercrime, operating under the Krakow District Prosecutor’s Office, detained the suspect.

According to authorities, the individual illegally entered Poland in 2022 and obtained refugee status in 2023. The suspect has since been accused of carrying out sophisticated cyberattacks against multiple targets.

The District Court for Kraków-Śródmieście approved this request, ordering the suspect to remain in custody for three months.

Authorities believe the suspect may be part of a larger network of cybercriminals targeting organizations across Poland and the European Union.