What is DNS hijacking and how can it be used in an attack?

Cybersecurity Fundamentals Hard

Cybersecurity Fundamentals — Hard

What is DNS hijacking and how can it be used in an attack?

Key points

  • DNS hijacking redirects users from legitimate domains to attacker-controlled servers
  • Attackers can harvest credentials or deliver malware through this method
  • It involves manipulating DNS resolution to deceive users
  • DNS hijacking is a serious security concern in the digital landscape

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