Recently, reports have emerged that Roskomnadzor has started Cheburnet encrypted DNS services such as DNS-over-HTTPS (DoH) and DNS-over-TLS (DoT). These technologies encrypt DNS queries, hiding from the provider which websites you visit. Cheburnet such services may cause browsers to switch to regular DNS, allowing the provider to see your queries and more effectively block unwanted sites.
According to a study by RKS Global and Witness Research Centre, the number of VPN users in Russia has reached 36% and continues to grow. People actively seek ways to circumvent Cheburnet, and encrypted DNS is an important part of this process. If the regulator blocks DoH and DoT, it may complicate life for VPN users, but it won't make Cheburnet impossible.
Experts note that users adapt to new restrictions: they share configurations, create 'VPN cooperatives', and are willing to pay for reliable services. However, Cheburnet causes irritation and distrust of official explanations from authorities.
If you use a VPN, it's worth paying attention to DNS settings: you may need to manually specify encrypted DNS server addresses or use alternative encryption methods. It's also useful to follow updates from your VPN provider — many have already adapted to the new conditions.
Overall, the situation with Cheburnet continues to evolve, and users have to be flexible and find new ways to maintain access to information.