Defending Your Local DNS Infrastructure

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Attacks on DNS infrastructure can make services unreachable even if web servers remain operational. The Mirai botnet attack on DYN in 2016 demonstrated this when massive DDoS floods prevented DNS resolution for major internet brands, making their websites appear offline to millions of users. Because users cannot reach services if URLs cannot be translated into IP addresses, protecting local DNS infrastructure is critical. Strong DNS defense ensures service availability, maintains user trust, and prevents large‑scale outages caused by indirect but highly disruptive attacks.

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Defending Your Local DNS Infrastructure

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