Category Archives: dns

Paranoid Host Provider: When creating a fully redundant and failover domain name server (DNS) hierarchy – do we need to specify different TLDs?

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Have have four name servers that control many other domains:
ns1.domain-name-our-brand-example.com
ns2.domain-name-our-brand-example.com
ns3.domain-name-our-brand-example.com
ns4.domain-name-our-brand-example.com

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Does using IP address over Tor with a one essential website expose me to any attack surface?

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I routinely access www.email-provider-of-my-choice.com via browser over Tor. My browser enforces https-only mode and I opt for never saving my credentials with this provider. I tend to use the domain address and not the Tor address of my … Continue reading Does using IP address over Tor with a one essential website expose me to any attack surface?→

Can this logic with regard to checking Reverse DNS records be flawed?

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For my web app, I hardcode a reverse DNS detection for common web crawlers. And for detecting them I use their Reverse DNS, which I always check whether it includes i.e. google.com. My questions would be:

Can this be a possible security f… Continue reading Can this logic with regard to checking Reverse DNS records be flawed?→

My ISP seems to be intercepting my DNS requests even though my router is set to use Cloudflare [duplicate]

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I am using an Indian ISP, one that is notorious for DNS hijacking and script injection (BSNL). I have my router set to use Cloudflare’s Family DNS. But despite this, every time I attempt to access a website that I have not accessed recen… Continue reading My ISP seems to be intercepting my DNS requests even though my router is set to use Cloudflare [duplicate]→

PrawnHub! Hackers redirect Angling Direct customers to adult website

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Mischievous hackers have breached the IT systems of the UK’s biggest fishing gear outlet, redirecting customers of its online store to an X-rated website. It’s 2021, for Cod’s hake. We should be doing better than this. Continue reading PrawnHub! Hackers redirect Angling Direct customers to adult website→

72% of organizations hit by DNS attacks in the past year

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Domain name system (DNS) attacks are impacting organizations at worrisome rates. According to a survey from the Neustar International Security Council (NISC) conducted in September 2021, 72% of study participants reported experiencing a DNS attack with… Continue reading 72% of organizations hit by DNS attacks in the past year→

For adapting to new cloud security threats, look to “old” technology

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With remote work and reliance on cloud computing here to stay, it’s no surprise how many headlines there are to address the growing cloud security concerns in our industry. While there is a time and place for onboarding additional cloud security soluti… Continue reading For adapting to new cloud security threats, look to “old” technology→