Security of the Domain Name System (DNS)
An introduction for policy makers
The Domain Name System (DNS) underpins the very functioning of the Internet and today’s
global economy. As a result, the impact of unintentional incidents as well as cyberattacks
on the DNS can be significant. This report focuses on DNS security, i.e. the area
of cybersecurity that covers incidents disrupting the availability, integrity and
confidentiality of parts of the DNS ecosystem. It analyses the roles and vulnerabilities
of actors in the DNS ecosystem, highlights common misconceptions, and discusses the
role of governments in enhancing DNS security. The report notably underlines that
there is no panacea for DNS security and that promising technical solutions often
come with trade-offs.
Available from October 12, 2022
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