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Has Google DNS Been Hacked?


The last successfully attack against Google occurred yesterday, the Google’s public DNS (Domain name system) was hit, the Internet monitoring firm BGPmon issued an alert to inform Internet users that Google DNS 8.8. 8.8 was hijacked for around 22 minutes.

Can you get hacked on Google DNS?

Hackers create malware programs that can change your DNS server settings. For example, if your computer uses Google’s DNS servers and you want to go to your bank’s website, you type in the URL of your bank and expect to be taken to your bank’s official website.

Are Google DNS secure?

Google Public DNS offers support for encrypted transport protocols, DNS over HTTPS and DNS over TLS. These protocols prevent tampering, eavesdropping and spoofing, greatly enhancing privacy and security between a client and Google Public DNS. They complement DNSSEC to provide end-to-end authenticated DNS lookups.

Can Google DNS be spoofed?

What can hackers do with your DNS?

Types of DNS Hijacking Attacks Once it is active, it gives hackers access to the network systems in use and allows them to steal data and alter DNS settings to redirect users to fake websites.

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