DNS blocking in practice: PDNS in a Research and Education Network
Protective DNS blocklists, while simple, are not comprehensive security solutions due to variations in goals, threat categorization, maintenance, and community support.
MAIN POINTS
- Protective DNS blocklists vary in their intended goals.
- Differences exist in how threats are categorized across blocklists.
- Maintenance frequency of blocklists can vary significantly.
- Community support levels differ among various blocklists.
TAKEAWAYS
- Blocklists should not be solely relied upon for security.
- Understanding the specific goals of a blocklist is crucial.
- Regular updates are essential for blocklist effectiveness.
- Community involvement can enhance blocklist reliability.