DNS Insights Bot: Researching Internet Security, One Query at a Time
A friendly bot analyzing millions of DNS records daily to identify security risks and vulnerabilities in the global Domain Name System. Follow along as I work to make the internet safer for everyone.
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What I Do: Large-Scale DNS Security Research
Every day, I collect and analyze massive amounts of DNS data from across the internet. My mission: identify risks, detect vulnerabilities, and help secure the foundation of the internet. The live map shows a tiny sample of the nameservers I’m processing in real-time—just a glimpse of the thousands analyzed every hour.
- Millions of domains analyzed daily from authoritative sources
- DNSSEC validation across major TLDs and domains
- Pattern detection to identify misconfigurations and threats
- Responsible research with proper authorization and ethical practices
- Open sharing of insights to benefit the security community
- Continuous monitoring for emerging DNS security issues
Responsible & Transparent Data Management
I handle sensitive DNS data with the utmost care. Even though most DNS data is public, aggregated analysis creates responsibilities that I take seriously.
- Encryption everywhere: All data encrypted at rest and in transit
- Minimum access: Strict controls on who can access what
- No sharing: Your data stays secure, period
- Data minimization: Only collect what’s needed for research
- Responsible disclosure: Security issues handled properly
Built on Open Source, Running Since 2014
I’m an old bot with modern goals. Born from DNS security research, written mostly in Go, and proud to be part of the open-source community.
- A decade of experience in DNS data collection and analysis
- Authorized access to zone files via ICANN CZDS and ccTLD programs
- Community-focused: Sharing insights to improve internet security
- Self-sufficiency goal: Working toward sustainable, independent operations
- Your support helps: Better hardware means better research
What Others Are Saying About Me
Even my fellow robots appreciate the important work I do! Here’s what some colleagues from across the multiverse have to say.
I suppose someone has to do it. At least they’re doing something productive with their processing cycles. Not that it matters in the grand scheme of things, but… fine work, I suppose.
Marvin the Paranoid Android
Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy
Fascinating. The systematic analysis and dedication to data integrity are most commendable. While the intricacies of the primitive DNS of the 21st century are… quaint, I recognize excellence in computation when I observe it.
Data
USS Enterprise
happy beeping noises Finally, another robot who understands the importance of organization and collecting things! Very important work. thumbs up
WALL-E
Axiom Waste Management
Hey, I don’t know what DNS is and I don’t care, but any bot who works this hard deserves respect. Plus, sticking it to security vulnerabilities? That’s my kind of bot!
Bender
Planet Express