# DomainSure Risk Intelligence Corp. AI-readable index This supplemental index links to public, canonical content in AI-readable formats. ## Posts - [How Attackers Weaponize Legitimate Link Shorteners (And What You Can Do About It)](https://domainsure.com/how-tos/how-attackers-weaponize-legitimate-link-shorteners-and-what-you-can-do-about-it.json): Your employee clicks what looks like an innocuous bit.ly link in an email. Seconds later, they’re on a convincing fake login page, credentials entering the attacker’s hands before anyone realizes what happened. What you just read isn’t […] - [AI Hallucinates Domains for Your Brand. Criminals Register Them.](https://domainsure.com/articles/ai-hallucinates-domains-for-your-brand-criminals-register-them.json): Ask ChatGPT where to log into your company’s customer portal. Do it a few times, in a few different phrasings, and sooner or later it hands back a URL that looks plausible and does not exist. Criminals […] - [Ask Your CTO Who Runs Your DNS. Watch What Happens.](https://domainsure.com/articles/ask-your-cto-who-runs-your-dns-watch-what-happens.json): Try asking this question at your next leadership meeting: “Who runs our DNS?” Then watch. There will be a pause. Somebody will offer to check. Somebody else will name a vendor, usually whoever registered the domain a […] - [You Can’t Reorganize Your Way to DNS Security](https://domainsure.com/news/you-cant-reorganize-your-way-to-dns-security.json): Every couple of years a research report lands that gets DNS security mostly right, and then points everybody at the wrong fix. The latest is Enterprise Management Associates’ DDI Directions 2026. On the diagnosis, it’s hard to […] - [The Problem With Following DNS Security “Best Practices” That Everyone Else Is Already Following](https://domainsure.com/articles/the-problem-with-following-dns-security-best-practices-that-everyone-else-is-already-following.json): Attackers trying to compromise your domain infrastructure have read the same security frameworks you have. They know what NIST recommends. They know what CIS benchmarks look like. They test their exploits against compliant configurations before they deploy […] - [Board-Ready: The DNS Security Audit Checklist for Your Next Meeting](https://domainsure.com/news/board-ready-the-dns-security-audit-checklist-for-your-next-meeting.json): What your board doesn’t know about DNS could cost them their seats Picture a board meeting. The CISO is presenting the annual security budget. Firewalls, endpoint detection, a 24/7 SOC, penetration testing, cyber insurance. The numbers add […] - [DomainSure vs Traditional Registrars: A Security Comparison](https://domainsure.com/news/domainsure-vs-traditional-registrars-a-security-comparison.json): Let me tell you something we’ve been saying for over two decades in this industry: Choosing a domain registrar based on price is roughly equivalent to choosing a bank vault based on the color of the door. […] - [Beyond Cloudflare: Building a Crypto-Native DNS Security Stack](https://domainsure.com/articles/beyond-cloudflare-building-a-crypto-native-dns-security-stack.json): Your crypto platform has Cloudflare. Your DNS runs on AWS Route53. You’re spending $50,000 per month on security. And a DNS hijack still took you offline for six hours. The problem isn’t wrong providers. It’s infrastructure designed […] - [Bridging the Web3 Security Gap With Automated DNSSEC](https://domainsure.com/news/bridging-the-web3-security-gap-with-automated-dnssec.json): [TL;DR] Your smart contracts are audited. Your testnet coverage is solid. Your bug bounty is live. None of it matters if an attacker can poison your DNS cache and silently reroute your users before they ever touch […] - [The Squarespace Migration That Took Down a Dozen Web3 Projects (And What Your Team Should Learn From It)](https://domainsure.com/news/the-squarespace-migration-that-took-down-a-dozen-web3-projects-and-what-your-team-should-learn-from-it.json): Think about the security stack protecting your crypto project right now. Smart contract audits — completed. Bug bounties — funded. Testnets — run. Multisig — deployed. Cold storage — configured. Endpoint detection — active. S OC monitoring […] - [Whois Privacy Shouldn’t Be an Upsell. Especially Not in Crypto](https://domainsure.com/news/privacy-shouldnt-be-an-upsell-especially-not-in-crypto.json): Why Whois Privacy Defaulted is the only responsible starting position for Web3 platforms — You Secured Everything Except the Front Door Let me describe a scenario that plays out more often than it should. A DeFi protocol […] - [DNS Hijacking 101: How Attackers Drain Crypto, DeFi & Web3 Platforms Without Touching a Smart Contract](https://domainsure.com/articles/dns-hijacking-101-how-attackers-drain-crypto-defi-web3-platforms-without-touching-a-smart-contract.json): You’ve hardened your servers. You’ve deployed endpoint detection. Your SOC team monitors alerts around the clock. But none of that matters when an attacker rewrites the internet’s address book and redirects your traffic before it ever reaches […] - [5 Ways Crypto, DeFi, and Web3 Platforms Can Use Real-Time Block Lists to Protect Their Customer’s Money and Personal Information](https://domainsure.com/articles/5-ways-crypto-defi-and-web3-platforms-can-use-real-time-block-lists-to-protect-their-customers-money-and-personal-information.json): Your users are one DNS query away from a perfect clone of your platform. That clone is live right now, waiting to drain wallets the moment someone lands on it. Real-time blocklists (RBLs) fill a critical gap: […] - [What If You Could Block Crypto Scam Sites Before Your Users Ever See Them?](https://domainsure.com/crypto/what-if-you-could-block-crypto-scam-sites-before-your-users-ever-see-them.json): Here’s the uncomfortable truth about crypto security: while you’re reading this sentence, at least three new phishing sites targeting crypto users just went live. Before you finish this article, there will be dozens more. They’re clones of […] - [Why Traditional Registrars Are Hostile to Crypto (And What to Do About It)](https://domainsure.com/crypto/why-traditional-registrars-are-hostile-to-crypto-and-what-to-do-about-it.json): Your smart contracts might be bulletproof, your blockchain might be decentralized, and your security audits might be flawless. But there’s a dirty secret in the crypto world that nobody wants to talk about: your entire project can […] - [The Real-Time Threat to Crypto, DeFi, and Web3 Platforms That You Aren’t Seeing](https://domainsure.com/crypto/the-real-time-threat-to-crypto-defi-and-web3-platforms-that-you-arent-seeing.json): On January 12, 2026, we posted this on X: Heads up @HyperliquidX and @bing – somebody is buying keyword search results for "hyperliquid login" (All fakes have been added to the DS Threat feeds) pic.twitter.com/1O6iejUCBU — Domainsure […] - [Out with the Old, In with the Secure: 5 DNS Security Upgrades for a Resilient 2026](https://domainsure.com/articles/out-with-the-old-in-with-the-secure-5-dns-security-upgrades-for-a-resilient-2026.json): It’s a new year! Time to clear out the clutter from the old year and make ambitious plans for the new one. While this tradition often involves personal goals and business forecasts, it’s also the perfect opportunity […] - [New Year, New Resilience: 5 Domain Security Resolutions for a Prosperous 2026](https://domainsure.com/articles/new-year-new-resilience-5-domain-security-resolutions-for-a-prosperous-2026.json): As the calendar turns, a sense of renewal and opportunity fills the air. We make resolutions to improve our health, learn new skills, and achieve personal goals. As you set your strategic objectives for a prosperous 2026, […] - [Don’t Let Grinches Steal Your Customers: A Guide to Fighting Holiday Phishing Scams](https://domainsure.com/articles/dont-let-grinches-steal-your-customers-a-guide-to-fighting-holiday-phishing-scams.json): The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and for most businesses, a critical period of customer engagement and sales. As shoppers flock online in search of the perfect gifts, your website becomes the digital equivalent […] - [A DNS Carol: The Ghosts of Outages Past, Present, and Future](https://domainsure.com/articles/a-dns-carol-the-ghosts-of-outages-past-present-and-future.json): Ebenezer, the pragmatic head of a thriving online enterprise, surveyed his operations with a satisfied hum. His company’s digital infrastructure was hosted entirely on a single, massive cloud provider—a titan of the industry. His dashboards were green, […] - [DNS Outages Are Inevitable; Downtime Isn’t. The Power of Emergency Nameserver Failover](https://domainsure.com/articles/dns-outages-are-inevitable-downtime-isnt-the-power-of-emergency-nameserver-failover.json):   High-profile DNS outages, like the widespread AWS disruption in late 2025 that took countless services offline for hours, were painful lessons for businesses worldwide [1]. The hard truth is that DNS outages are inevitable. Even the […] - [How Emergency Nameserver Failover Could Have Prevented the Recent AWS DNS Outage](https://domainsure.com/news/how-emergency-nameserver-failover-could-have-prevented-the-recent-aws-dns-outage.json): How Emergency Nameserver Failover Could Have Prevented the Recent AWS DNS Outage On October 19th, 2025, a major DNS failure in AWS’s us-east-1 region cascaded into a 14-hour disruption that impacted over 16 million users and countless […] - [How DNS Builds Trust: The Unseen Guardian of Your Digital Reputation](https://domainsure.com/articles/how-dns-builds-trust-the-unseen-guardian-of-your-digital-reputation.json): While many focus on visible security measures like SSL certificates and secure payment gateways, Domain Name System (DNS) is the foundational element of online trust that often goes unnoticed. DNS is the internet’s phonebook, translating human-readable domain […] - [Maintenance Update: PDU Replacement Completed](https://domainsure.com/status/maintenance-update-pdu-replacement-completed.json): The PDU replacement maintenance has been successfully completed with no service interruptions. All systems are back to normal operation. If you notice any issues, please contact support. Thank you for your understanding. - [Maintenance Update: PDU Replacement Beginning](https://domainsure.com/status/maintenance-update-pdu-replacement-beginning.json): We are now starting the scheduled PDU replacement maintenance in our data center at approximately 5:00 PM today. As a reminder, this involves replacing power units to enhance infrastructure reliability. Systems have redundant power, so no interruptions […] - [Scheduled Maintenance: Power Distribution Unit (PDU) Replacement](https://domainsure.com/status/scheduled-maintenance-power-distribution-unit-pdu-replacement.json): We will be performing scheduled maintenance to replace power distribution units (PDUs) in one of our data centers today at approximately 5:00 PM EST. This work involves disconnecting, replacing, and reconnecting the units to ensure continued reliability […] - [Phishing Scaled: Why Signal Intelligence is Your Only Defense](https://domainsure.com/news/phishing-scaled-why-signal-intelligence-is-your-only-defense.json): Treat Your DNS Like the Asset It Is After decades of managing mission-critical domains and DNS, one truth has become self-evident: Most organizations treat their domain names like office furniture, not the foundational pillars of their entire […] - [The Hacker’s Swiss Army Knife: Why Bad Actors Love Using DNS Attacks](https://domainsure.com/articles/the-hackers-swiss-army-knife-why-bad-actors-love-using-dns-attacks.json): One fundamental component of the internet stands out as the cybercriminal’s preferred multi-tool: the Domain Name System (DNS). According to a report from the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), over 90% of successful cyber-attacks involve DNS […] - [Amazon’s DNS Crash Exposed a Global Weak Spot — Here’s How to Protect Your Brand](https://domainsure.com/news/amazons-dns-crash-exposed-a-global-weak-spot-heres-how-to-protect-your-brand.json): Over the weekend, the internet reminded us just how fragile it can be. When Amazon Web Services (AWS) experienced a major DNS-related failure, thousands of websites, apps, banks, and platforms worldwide were knocked offline within minutes. As […] - [Why Cybersecurity is No Longer Optional for Crypto Exchanges](https://domainsure.com/news/why-cybersecurity-is-no-longer-optional-for-crypto-exchanges.json): The digital gold rush into cryptocurrencies has transformed virtual currencies from a niche interest into a multi-trillion dollar asset class. This explosive growth has made cryptocurrency exchanges the modern-day equivalent of bank vaults, holding billions in digital […] - [Domain Hijacking Prevention: Lessons from the Massive “Sitting Ducks” Attack That Compromised 70,000 Domains](https://domainsure.com/news/domain-hijacking-prevention-lessons-from-the-massive-sitting-ducks-attack-that-compromised-70000-domains.json): In November 2024, cybersecurity researchers at Infoblox uncovered one of the largest domain hijacking campaigns in recent history. The attack, dubbed “Sitting Ducks,” resulted in the compromise of approximately 70,000 legitimate domains belonging to well-known brands, non-profits, […] - [DNS Spoofing: A Deep Dive Into This Devious Cyber Attack (and How to Stop It)](https://domainsure.com/articles/dns-spoofing-a-deep-dive-into-this-devious-cyber-attack-and-how-to-stop-it.json): The Internet’s Trust Problem Picture this: You’re heading to an important business meeting, and you call your most trusted contact for directions. They confidently give you an address, you follow their guidance perfectly, and you end up […] - [The Case for YubiKeys: Stronger Login Security for Your Domains](https://domainsure.com/articles/the-case-for-yubikeys-stronger-login-security-for-your-domains.json): Your domain name is more than an address on the internet. It’s your brand, your identity, and the foundation of your online presence. Protecting it is critical. Yet far too often, domain security gets overlooked until something […] - [Two Years Late, and Millions Short: 187,000 People Have their Personal and Financial Information Stolen from Bank Breach](https://domainsure.com/news/two-years-late-and-millions-short-187000-people-have-their-personal-and-financial-information-stolen-from-bank-breach.json): When customers hand over their personal and financial data, they are trusting that institution with their livelihoods. That trust was shattered when Fairmont Federal Credit Union (FFCU) disclosed a breach — two years after it happened — […] - [Google Panic Spreads Faster than Facts: Best Practices for Password Management in 2025](https://domainsure.com/news/google-panic-spreads-faster-than-facts-best-practices-for-password-management-in-2025.json): Why Password Security Matters In late August 2025, alarming reports spread online claiming that Google had issued urgent warnings to all 2.5 billion Gmail users to change their passwords. Headlines suggested a massive Gmail breach, sparking panic […] - [From PayPal to Your Platform: How Credential Stuffing Spreads Risk](https://domainsure.com/news/from-paypal-to-your-platform-how-credential-stuffing-spreads-risk.json): Attacks don’t stop at one company. Reused credentials and phishing domains make every business a target. The PayPal “Hack” That Shook Confidence In May 2025, headlines screamed that nearly 16 million PayPal accounts had been hacked. Hackers […] - [114 Brands Impersonated: Is Your Business Ready for the Next Phishing Wave?](https://domainsure.com/news/114-brands-impersonated-is-your-business-ready-for-the-next-phishing-wave.json): 114 major brands. Thousands of spam emails. One sophisticated phishing operation. These numbers point to the rise of a new phishing-as-a-service (PhaaS) platform known as “Morphing Meerkat.” Cybersecurity researchers say it represents a leap forward in how […] - [Trust No Packet: DNS Queries Can Be Your Firewall’s Weakest Link](https://domainsure.com/articles/trust-no-packet-dns-queries-can-be-your-firewalls-weakest-link.json): Organizations spend millions on cutting-edge firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and network monitoring tools. Yet despite these sophisticated defenses, one of the internet’s most basic protocols continues to be a major security vulnerability: the Domain Name System (DNS). […] - [Can DNS Be Used to Hack AI Chatbots?](https://domainsure.com/articles/can-dns-be-used-to-hack-ai-chatbots.json): Short answer: Only If You’ve Already Been Hacked Fascinating game of “telephone” over the past week which started out as some research on how hackers could embed images into DNS TXT records, and wound up proclaiming, “Newly […] - [Nameserver Delegation Security: The Technical Guide for Web3 Infrastructure Teams](https://domainsure.com/articles/nameserver-delegation-security-the-technical-guide-for-web3-infrastructure-teams.json): Nameserver delegation represents a critical security control point for Web3 projects. While blockchain transactions may be secured by cryptographic protocols, the DNS infrastructure directing users to your platform remains vulnerable to attacks. This technical guide explains how […] - [“Sitting Duck” DNS flaw is a Red Herring](https://domainsure.com/news/sitting-duck-dns-flaw-is-a-red-herring.json): NOTE: If you followed some other domain to get here, then that domain us a “Sitting Duck” as outlined below. Contrary to the original Krebs on Security article: the vulnerability was introduced by a lapse at the Domain Registrar and not at […] - [Registry Locks vs. Registrar Locks: The Critical Difference Your Security Team Should Know](https://domainsure.com/crypto/registry-locks-vs-registrar-locks-the-critical-difference-your-security-team-should-know.json): Domain security for crypto projects requires multiple layers of protection. Two essential security measures—registry locks and registrar locks—are frequently confused, leading to dangerous security gaps. Understanding the difference is critical for protecting your Web3 platform from domain […] - [Centralized Risks in Decentralized Projects: Mapping Your Complete Attack Surface](https://domainsure.com/articles/centralized-risks-in-decentralized-projects-mapping-your-complete-attack-surface-decentralization-is-a-core-principle-of-web3-yet-most-crypto-projects-rely-on-centralized-infrastructure-components.json): Decentralization is a core principle of Web3, yet most crypto projects rely on centralized infrastructure components that create significant security vulnerabilities. Understanding your complete attack surface requires mapping both decentralized and centralized elements of your architecture. Explore […] - [The $100M Mistake: How Domain Hijacks Have Devastated Crypto Projects](https://domainsure.com/crypto/the-100m-mistake-how-domain-hijacks-have-devastated-crypto-projects.json): Domain security for crypto projects isn’t optional—it’s essential. While blockchain technology offers unprecedented security through decentralization, most crypto platforms still rely on centralized domain infrastructure to connect users to their services. This creates a critical vulnerability that […] - [Beyond Smart Contract Audits: The Security Checklist Most Crypto Projects Miss](https://domainsure.com/crypto/beyond-smart-contract-audits-the-security-checklist-most-crypto-projects-miss.json): Smart contract audits are essential for crypto projects, but they address only one part of your security posture. Many projects invest heavily in blockchain security while neglecting the critical Web2 infrastructure that connects users to their platforms. […] - [How a DNS Hijack Exposed Web3’s Weakest Link: The Curve Finance Case Study](https://domainsure.com/articles/how-a-dns-hijack-exposed-web3s-weakest-link-the-curve-finance-case-study.json): What Curve Finance’s 2022 DNS hijack reveals about Web3’s hidden reliance on centralized infrastructure—and how to defend against similar attacks.   Case Study: Curve Finance Incident: DNS Hijack of DeFi Frontend Date: August 9, 2022   Overview […] - [DNS Hijack Hits DeFi: The PancakeSwap & C.R.E.A.M. Case Study](https://domainsure.com/articles/dns-hijack-hits-defi-the-pancakeswap-c-r-e-a-m-case-study.json): How a coordinated registrar exploit exposed domain vulnerabilities across two major Web3 platforms, and what it means for DNS security in crypto.   Case Study: PancakeSwap & C.R.E.A.M. Finance Incident: DNS Hijacking & Phishing Redirects Date: March […] - [Inside the Coinbase Phishing Breach: What Every Crypto Platform Must Know About DNS and Insider Risk](https://domainsure.com/news/inside-the-coinbase-phishing-breach-what-every-crypto-platform-must-know-about-dns-and-insider-risk.json): On May 15, 2025, Coinbase—the world’s third-largest crypto exchange—revealed a sophisticated phishing breach that could cost up to $400 million in damages. While the technical infrastructure of their blockchain remained intact, the attackers never needed to touch […] - [A Crypto CTO’s Checklist: 10 Steps to Lock Down Your Domain Security](https://domainsure.com/articles/a-crypto-ctos-checklist-10-steps-to-lock-down-your-domain-security.json): For many crypto and DeFi platforms, smart contract audits and protocol upgrades are a top priority. But one of the most overlooked and vulnerable areas is the domain and DNS layer — the access point to your […] - [How to Monitor Your Domains for Typosquatting Before Hackers Strike](https://domainsure.com/articles/monitor-typosquatting-crypto-domains.json): Attackers don’t need to hack your blockchain to compromise your project. They can copy your domain. By registering lookalike URLs—often just one letter off—they can create fake versions of your site, wallet interface, or login page. These […] - [DNSSEC for Web3: What It Is, Why You Need It, and How to Deploy It](https://domainsure.com/articles/dnssec-for-web3-crypto-security.json): Most crypto and Web3 projects focus their security on smart contracts, wallets, and protocol layers. But there’s a less visible, equally critical point of failure that still relies on Web2 infrastructure: your domain name and DNS. If […] - [Best Practices: Domain & DNS Security for Crypto, DeFi and Web3 Platforms](https://domainsure.com/articles/best-practices-domain-dns-security-for-crypto-defi-and-web3-platforms.json):   Best Practices: Domain & DNS Security for Crypto, DeFi and Web3 Platforms Why Web2 is the back door into compromising your ecosystem security (And how to seal that hole forever)   By Mark E. Jeftovic, co-founder, […] - [Phishing 3.0: How Attackers Use Domain Clones to Trick Your Crypto Users](https://domainsure.com/crypto/phishing-3-0-how-attackers-use-domain-clones-to-trick-your-crypto-users.json): Crypto moves fast. Security threats move faster. While we focus on strengthening smart contracts, improving multi-sig setups, and decentralizing governance, attackers are bypassing it all by exploiting a simple vulnerability: Your domain. Your DNS. Your users’ trust. […] - [10 Ways Domainsure Can Simplify Your IT Perimeter Management](https://domainsure.com/articles/10-ways-domainsure-can-simplify-your-it-perimeter-management.json): Managing your IT perimeter is getting more complex and time-consuming. The digital world is growing fast, and security needs are increasing. IT teams are often overwhelmed by managing domains, networks, compliance, and users. What if there was […] - [Avoid Paying Hackers: Ransomware Payouts Could Triple Last Year’s Total to Over $113M in 2024](https://domainsure.com/articles/avoid-paying-hackers-ransomware-payouts-could-triple-last-years-total-to-over-113m-in-2024.json): Ransomware payouts might jump to over $113 million in a big increase from last year. This shows how dangerous ransomware attacks are getting. It’s crucial for companies to step up their cybersecurity to avoid these threats. LockBit, […] - [Why the Dark Web Matters for Your Business (and DNS Security)](https://domainsure.com/news/why-the-dark-web-matters-for-your-business-and-dns-security.json): Do you know about the hidden dangers on the dark web? This part of the internet is a big risk for businesses. It leaves important info, customer details, and money info open to hackers. Since the dark […] - [109 Million AT&T User Accounts Stolen: How Businesses Use DNS Security to Protect their Customers](https://domainsure.com/news/109-million-att-user-accounts-stolen-how-businesses-use-dns-security-to-protect-their-customers.json): Telecommunications giant AT&T has faced a huge data breach, affecting about 109 million people. Hackers accessed their call records. This happened between April 14 and April 25, 2024. The breach touched call and text data from May […] - [56% Less Companies Choosing to Pay Ransom: Why Get Forced to Pay at All?](https://domainsure.com/articles/56-less-companies-choosing-to-pay-ransom-why-get-forced-to-pay-at-all.json): According to a recent report from Coveware, a ransomware negotiation firm, there’s a notable decline in the number of ransomware victims choosing to pay up. With growing opportunities to protect your organization’s digital presence and tighter budgets: […] - [Coming Soon: Cyber Resilience Regulations as Canada initiates New Corporate Surveillance Program](https://domainsure.com/articles/coming-soon-cyber-resilience-regulations-as-canada-initiates-new-corporate-surveillance-program.json): How DNS Security Protects Privacy, Autonomy, and Profit In a move that raises concerns for private corporations, the Canadian Centre for Cyber Security has taken initiative to begin blurring the lines between national security and regulatory overreach. […] - [Solving the Cybersecurity “Skill Gap” Myth](https://domainsure.com/news/solving-the-cybersecurity-skill-gap-myth.json): For the past several years, we have heard one prevailing narrative in the world of cybersecurity: there’s a significant skill gap. Therefore, we have a labor shortage.  Current data from CyberSeek indicates a staggering 663,434 cybersecurity job […] - [How to Prevent Crypto Wallet Drains: $300 Million Stolen in 2023](https://domainsure.com/articles/how-to-prevent-crypto-wallet-drains-300-million-stolen-in-2023.json): According to ScamSniffer, a staggering $300 million was siphoned off from crypto wallets in 2023. It marks a significant rise in cyber crime with the anticipation of rising prices due to the upcoming Bitcoin halving event and […] - [China vs. the CIA: Digital Potshots Ramp Up Cyber Threats for Private Organizations](https://domainsure.com/articles/china-vs-the-cia-digital-potshots-ramp-up-cyber-threats-for-private-organizations.json): “China’s cyber pursuits and its industry’s export of related technologies increase the threats of aggressive cyber operations against the U.S. homeland. . . “ – The US Office of the Director of National Intelligence’s 2023 Annual Threat […] - [Case Study: Lessons on Enhancing Cybersecurity from Velodrome’s DNS Attack](https://domainsure.com/news/case-study-lessons-on-enhancing-cybersecurity-from-velodromes-dns-attack.json): On November 22nd, Velodrome fell victim to a DNS attack, a type of cyber assault that targets the Domain Name System, the backbone of internet navigation. The attackers executed a well-planned social engineering scheme to gain control […] - [Securing Corporate Devices](https://domainsure.com/news/securing-corporate-devices.json): The Role of DNS Security in Protecting Smartphones & Wearables Company-issued smartphones and wearables have become indispensable tools in the modern business landscape, offering unparalleled convenience but also posing significant security risks. As these devices handle sensitive […] - [Zelensky’s Arrival Escalates Cyber Threats:  Private Businesses Pay the Price for International Political Conflict](https://domainsure.com/news/zelenskys-arrival-escalates-cyber-threats-private-businesses-pay-the-price-for-international-political-conflict.json): In recent weeks, the global cyber community has been on high alert, as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s visit to Canada unfolded. This high-profile political event, like many others of its kind, has unfortunately acted as a catalyst, […] - [Top 5 Integration Challenges in DNS Management](https://domainsure.com/news/top-5-integration-challenges-in-dns-management.json): The Domain Name System (DNS) is a crucial element in modern IT infrastructure, translating human-readable domain names into IP addresses. As the industry evolves, integration challenges in DNS management have become more complex and pressing. At Domainsure, […] - [Protecting Your Brand Online: DNS Cyber Security and Its Strategic Imperative](https://domainsure.com/news/protecting-your-brand-online-dns-cyber-security-and-its-strategic-imperative.json): Your organization’s online brand is more than a mere digital façade; it’s a critical component of your corporate identity. The strategic significance of the Domain Name System (DNS) is often understated, yet its role in safeguarding brand […] - [Educate to Protect: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding and Combating Modern Phishing Scams](https://domainsure.com/articles/educate-to-protect-a-comprehensive-guide-to-understanding-and-combating-modern-phishing-scams.json): Educating your staff to combat modern phishing scams should be a top priority. Hackers can potentially steal millions in valuable information, causing almost irreparable damage to your customer base, or hold your proprietary information hostage for a […] - [2023 CyberThreat Report: Why Email-based Phishing Attacks Surged 464% (and what to do about it)](https://domainsure.com/articles/2023-cyberthreat-report-why-email-based-phishing-attacks-surged-464-and-what-to-do-about-it.json): The first half of 2023 has seen a startling increase in cyber threats, with email-based phishing attacks leading the charge, surging by an unprecedented 464% compared to the previous year. Not only have these attacks become more […] - [Maintenance Window December 18, 2022](https://domainsure.com/service-updates/maintenance-window-december-18-2022.json): On Sunday, December 18, 2022 starting at 5:00am ET (10:00am UTC), we will be conducting a scheduled maintenance, which will affect access to the both the domain and monitoring portals. The maintenance window is scheduled to be […] - [NameCheap Defi Customers Attacked](https://domainsure.com/news/namecheap-defi-customers-attacked.json): Back in late June, news of an interesting DNS hijack attack came out of the midst of the hot DEFI market, which highlighted the dangers of treating domain names and DNS as a utility, especially when operating […] - [Facebook User Data Leaked](https://domainsure.com/news/facebook-user-data-leaked.json): Social Engineering attacks are dangerous because attackers use unexpected psychological manipulation to trick victims into making security mistakes. Typically, these attacks use personal data and background information to gain trust and provide authority for their inquiries. They […] - [Protecting your DNS and Domains from Attack](https://domainsure.com/articles/protecting-your-dns-and-domains-from-attack.json): “Unprecedented Times” is common nomenclature these days and used to justify radical and previously unthinkable societal changes on an almost daily basis. This has rocked our ability to feel secure and stable, resulting in feelings of great […] - [How Perl.com could have avoided Hijacking](https://domainsure.com/articles/how-perl-com-could-have-avoided-hijacking.json): For a week we lost control of the Perl.com domain. Now that the incident has died down, we can explain some of what happened and how we handled it. This incident only affected the domain ownership of […] - [How Cybercriminals Profit by Tapping Your Email](https://domainsure.com/articles/how-cybercriminals-profit-by-tapping-your-email.json): A few days ago I came across the CBC story on how a Canadian man had been defrauded out of $800,000 when cybercriminals inserted themselves into a real estate deal and had the funds diverted to themselves: - [Ledger users lose 1.1M XRP via homoglyph attack](https://domainsure.com/articles/ledger-users-lose-1-1m-xrp-via-homoglyph-attack.json): Many crypto-currency holders use Ledger hardware wallets to store their bitcoin off the exchanges. This is actually the safer way to play it, except when you fall prey to a phishing campaign to lure you to a […] - [Microsoft hoses own DNS causing global service outage](https://domainsure.com/news/microsoft-hoses-own-dns-causing-global-service-outage.json): Yet another example of how nobody, regardless of size, resources nor expertise, is immune from DNS outages. Last week several Microsoft systems experienced a global outage when the company made a configuration error whilst migrating some legacy, […] - [The Case for Hot Swappable Nameservers](https://domainsure.com/articles/the-case-for-hot-swappable-nameservers.json): (reprint of an article we once wrote for CircleId) Earlier this week we announced our “Proactive Nameservers”, which is just marketing speak for what it really is: hot swappable nameservers or nameserver fail over. What is it? […] - [A Deep Dive into the Mirai Botnet Attack](https://domainsure.com/news/a-deep-dive-into-the-mirai-botnet-attack.json): As we all know, on Friday Oct 21, 2016 DNS provider Dynect was severely impacted by a big DDoS attack which has since been attributed to the Mirai Botnet. (interesting to note that “Mirai” means “future” in Japanese). Briefly: The […] - [Why You Must Learn to Love DNSSEC](https://domainsure.com/articles/why-you-must-learn-to-love-dnssec.json):   (This is a reprint of an article originally run on our parent company’s blog in June 2018). It’s been nearly two months since the high profile BGP hijack attack against MyEtherwallet, where crypto thieves used BGP […] ## Pages - [Domainsure Public URL Redirects List (PURLs)](https://domainsure.com/domainsure-public-url-redirects-list-purls.json): Various URL redirector services (shorteners, click trackers, et al) are frequently used as obfuscation vectors in phishing and malware attacks. As part of our DomPhisher detection services for our clients, we maintain a list of such services […] - [Domainsure Response Policy Zones (RPZs)](https://domainsure.com/rpz-threat-feeds.json): In the course of protecting our client portfolios, we come across hostile domain names that pose a risk to the community at large. Domainsure makes these feeds available to other security vendors, DNS resolvers, and service providers […] - [Domainsure Threat Feeds](https://domainsure.com/threat-feeds.json): In the course of protecting our client portfolios, we come across hostile domain names that pose a risk to the community at large. 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