Securing Your DNS Infrastructure

Applies To: Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2003 R2, Windows Server 2003 with SP1, Windows Server 2003 with SP2

Because DNS was designed to be an open protocol, DNS data can be vulnerable to security attacks. Windows Server 2003 DNS provides improved security features to decrease this security issue. The DNS designer in your organization is responsible for creating a secure DNS infrastructure. The DNS administrators in your organization are responsible for maintaining network security by anticipating and mitigating new security threats.

Figure 3.10 shows the process for securing your DNS infrastructure.

Figure 3.10   Securing Your DNS Infrastructure