Akamai Technologies has launched what it’s calling a first-of-its-kind DNS Posture Management solution. This new product isn’t just about watching DNS—it’s about fixing it before it becomes a liability.
Most businesses rely on DNS (Domain Name System) to connect systems, websites, and services. But DNS is often an afterthought. It’s quietly running in the background until something breaks—or worse, someone breaks in.
The Risk No One Wants to Talk About
The way DNS is typically handled today is disjointed. Large companies may use DNS services from multiple providers like AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, and Akamai itself. Each of those services has its own quirks, settings, and vulnerabilities. That fragmentation leads to poor visibility and outdated configurations. In some cases, expired SSL/TLS certificates linger for months, leaving the door open to spoofed domains, phishing attacks, or total DNS outages.
It gets worse. DNS spoofing and cache poisoning can make it look like users are visiting a trusted site when they’re actually on a trap set by a criminal actor. Certificate mismanagement also increases the chance of unauthorized access and data theft. All of this erodes trust—both internally and externally.
Why Visibility Isn’t Enough Anymore
Akamai’s DNS Posture Management goes beyond alerting. The solution creates a real-time map of all DNS zones, domains, and subdomains, even across different cloud providers. It detects expired or misconfigured certificates, flags configuration drift, and aligns systems with major compliance requirements such as HIPAA, PCI DSS, and NIST.
Security teams are drowning in notifications. This platform strips away the noise and brings the right alerts to the surface. Guided remediation isn’t just included—it’s expected.
Certificate Monitor Adds a Second Layer of Safety
Another standout feature is the built-in Certificate Monitor. It categorizes digital certificates by domain, helping administrators weed out expired, misused, or unauthorized certificates. It even highlights insecure HTTP configurations.
That’s a key step in stopping attackers from issuing rogue certificates to spoof websites, steal credentials, or run convincing phishing schemes that look like the real deal.
Why Compliance Needs Automation Now
Many businesses face tight deadlines to stay compliant. Audits are expensive. And manual tracking isn’t cutting it. Akamai’s solution automates assessments and folds them into existing incident response tools. That means fewer surprises during audits and faster responses when something’s wrong.
Extra Help—If You Want It
For companies that lack DNS security expertise, Akamai also offers a Managed Security Service. It gives 24/7 support and oversight from their global operations team. That’s particularly useful for enterprises juggling multiple compliance frameworks or running lean security teams.
What It Means for the Future of DNS
This release isn’t just a new feature—it’s a shift in how DNS should be managed. Security teams can no longer afford to treat DNS as an afterthought. The risks are too big, the consequences too fast.
Akamai’s move highlights what many in cybersecurity have been saying for years: DNS needs the same attention as any other attack surface. With DNS Posture Management, the guesswork gets stripped away. And for once, security teams may be able to get ahead of DNS threats before they explode into full-blown incidents.
