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Q & A DNS & Records · August 21, 2026

Can my DNS records be changed without my knowledge?

Yes. DNS hijacking happens through registrar account compromise, nameserver vulnerabilities, or BGP hijacking at the network level. Signs include users reporting site unavailability or certificate errors while your server appears normal. Regular DNS record snapshots let you detect unauthorized changes by comparing current records to your baseline.

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How to Monitor Your Domain's Health (DNS, SSL, Blacklists)
Your domain can be blacklisted, have its SSL expire, or have DNS records changed without you knowing. This guide covers the 5 things worth monitoring continuously and how to catch problems before users do.
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