DNS intelligence

Advanced DNS traffic analysis to identify malicious domains, compromised infrastructures, and emerging threats in real time

Why DNS Intelligence is essential for modern online security

The problem

Every cyberattack starts with a DNS request. Without constant visibility into DNS activity, malware, ransomware, and phishing campaigns can easily bypass traditional security controls. DNS Intelligence is essential because it provides deep insight into DNS traffic at scale, allowing malicious domains and risky infrastructures to be identified at the earliest stages. FlashStart processes billions of DNS queries every day, protecting millions of users while continuously analyzing newly registered domains. This approach enables early detection of emerging threats while maintaining extremely fast response times with no impact on network performance.

  • +20

    million users protected worldwide, leveraging FlashStart DNS Intelligence to detect and block malicious domains.

  • 2B

    DNS queries analyzed every day, providing global visibility into threats

  • 200k

    new domains evaluated daily, allowing early identification of suspicious or malicious activity.

  • ~13ms

    An average DNS response time, ensuring IP-level blocking with no impact on browsing performance.

    • Protection and prevention

    FlashStart DNS Intelligence blocks malware, ransomware, phishing, and other malicious activity directly at the DNS level, before any connection is established. By analyzing DNS requests, domain-to-IP relationships, and reputation data, compromised infrastructures and abnormal behaviors can be quickly identified. Continuous monitoring of newly registered domains and known compromised IP addresses significantly reduces the attack surface and prevents DNS from being exploited as the initial attack vector.

    Effective DNS security starts with intelligence: understanding traffic means preventing threats before they occur.

    Role- and group-based policies, combined with centralized analytics and detailed reports, provide full visibility into DNS traffic and support IT governance, risk management, and regulatory compliance.

    Why choose Flashstart protection

    Thanks to our global Anycast network and the use of artificial intelligence, we guarantee you immediate, reliable, and constantly updated Internet protection that is tailored to your business model.

    Designed for your organization

    Organizations

    If you’re looking for a versatile and effective security solution, the FlashStart filter is ideal for remote working environments, complex corporate networks or simple connections.

    FAQs

    What information is available in the reports?

    Reports provide clear insights into blocked domains, DNS requests, security trends, and potential risks, making them easy to analyze and act upon.

    Is DNS Intelligence suitable for large organizations?

    Yes, it is designed to scale and protect networks of any size, from small businesses to large enterprises.

    Does DNS Intelligence impact network performance?

    Does DNS Intelligence impact network performance?

    Can DNS traffic be analyzed in real time?

    Yes, DNS activity can be monitored in real time to quickly detect suspicious behavior.

    Does DNS Intelligence rely on external data sources?

    Yes, it leverages multiple international reputation databases and intelligence sources that are continuously updated and correlated.

    How are compromised infrastructures handled?

    When an IP address or network is identified as compromised, all associated domains are automatically blocked.

    Are newly registered domains considered risky?

    Yes, newly registered domains are closely monitored, as they are frequently used in short-lived attack campaigns.

    How are malicious domains identified?

    Through correlation of DNS data, domain and IP relationships, reputation information, and detection of abnormal usage patterns.

    How does DNS Intelligence help prevent cyberattacks?

    It enables early identification of malicious domains and infrastructures, blocking DNS requests before they can be used in an active attack.

    What is DNS Intelligence?

    DNS Intelligence is the continuous analysis of DNS traffic and associated reputation data to identify threats, compromised infrastructures, and suspicious activity.

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