DNSDB Scout v2.5.4: CNAME chasing functionality

← All updates · December 14, 2023

Added

DNSDB Scout now includes CNAME chasing functionality:

• Automatic CNAME following: Automatically chase CNAME records to discover the complete chain of DNS aliases
• Complete resolution paths: See the full path from the original query to the final resolved address
• Enhanced investigation: Uncover hidden infrastructure and relationships through CNAME chains
• Streamlined workflow: No need to manually query each CNAME in the chain

This feature helps you understand complex DNS configurations and discover infrastructure relationships that might otherwise remain hidden.

Documentation

• DNSDB Scout user guide
• Blog post: Automatically chasing CNAMEs in Farsight DNSDB Scout

Categories: DNSDB, DNSDB Scout