{"id":56831,"date":"2025-01-23T13:08:59","date_gmt":"2025-01-23T05:08:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.crazydomains.com\/learn\/?p=56831"},"modified":"2025-01-23T13:08:59","modified_gmt":"2025-01-23T05:08:59","slug":"what-is-domain-hijacking-how-to-prevent-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.crazydomains.com.au\/learn\/what-is-domain-hijacking-how-to-prevent-it\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is Domain Hijacking? How To Prevent It?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In today\u2019s day and age, a website is a necessity to establish your personal or brand\u2019s presence. Additionally, your web address or domain name reflects your brand\u2019s personality, reputation, and credibility. While some domain names including .net, .com, and .org have garnered significant popularity, unfortunately, they have become a top target for cybercriminals who are looking for security vulnerabilities for monetary gains. One such vulnerability is domain hijacking; a serious threat that can have devastating repercussions if not addressed at the right time.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This article explores domain name hijacking and how you can prevent it to secure your online presence.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What is Domain Hijacking?<\/span><\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As the name suggests, domain hijacking, also known as domain theft, is the act of gaining unauthorised control over a domain name without the owner\u2019s permission. Apart from losing control, cybercriminals also abuse the privileges associated with domain registrar and domain hosting systems.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"2\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Impact of Domain Hijacking<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:120}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The consequences of domain hijacking include traffic rerouting to facilitate phishing scams, misuse of email addresses to deliver spam emails and domain reselling. Let us explore these in detail.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"3\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Financial Loss<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Many businesses, particularly in the SaaS and e-commerce space depend on their site\u2019s wellbeing including to generate revenue. They could potentially lose millions of dollars if their domain is hijacked. As of now, around <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/thehackernews.com\/2024\/02\/8000-subdomains-of-trusted-brands.html#:~:text=More%20than%208%2C000%20domains%20and,spam%20proliferation%20and%20click%20monetization.\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">8,000 domains and 13,000 subdomains<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> of legitimate brands and businesses have been hijacked, making it one of the most prevalent cybersecurity challenges for online businesses worldwide.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"3\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Dented Reputation<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Domain theft or hijacking can harm a business&#8217;s reputation as hijackers have complete control over a domain\u2019s email accounts which they can use to launch malware and social engineering attacks.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"3\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Regulatory Implications<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Domain hijackers can replace an authentic or genuine web page with an identical page to capture sensitive customer data and personally identifiable information (PII) including account numbers, contact details, personal information, etc.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Types of Domain Hijacking<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:120}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This section highlights some of the most prevalent types of domain hijacking worldwide.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"3\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Social Engineering<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:320,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Social engineering techniques trick website administrators or owners into disclosing domain registrar login credentials or downloading keyloggers, which enable hackers to obtain passwords discreetly.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"3\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Expired Domain Registrations<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:320,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Expired domain registrations that are eventually lawfully registered to third parties accounts. For example, hijackers can take control of a website after its registration has elapsed and use it to redirect online traffic to an IP address plagued with malware.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">6 Best Practices: Preventing from Domain Hijacking<\/span><\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Now onto the crux of the matter; how to prevent domain name hijacking.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">1. Pick a Reputed and Reliable Registrar<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">While budget is one of the crucial factors during website development, it is important to choose a reputed and reliable domain registrar even if you that means overstepping your budget a little. It is essential to look beyond the privacy and the costs associated with domain registration while picking a domain registrar and prioritise the registrar\u2019s security features.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Some of the key features you must look for include <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crazydomains.com.au\/learn\/what-is-two-factor-authentication\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">two-factor authentication<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> and multi-factor authentication, 24\/7 customer support, and the option to manage DNS records from the registrar\u2019s control panel.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">2. <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Set a Strong Password<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We are constantly prompted to set a strong password by banks, e-commerce websites, investment platforms, and email services, and for good reasons. Gone are the days when your date of birth, pet name, and simple passwords like 123456 were safe to use. It is a clever idea to stay clear of passwords that are easily guessable while creating a domain registrar account, making it difficult for hijackers to breach your security.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a03. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">WHOIS Privacy Protection<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It is important to understand that fraudsters or cyber criminals use WHOIS database information while identifying potential websites that are easy targets for domain hijacking. The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crazydomains.com.au\/whois\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">WHOIS database<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> contains all essential information related to a website, its owners, and contact details.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Therefore, it is always a good idea to add an extra layer of security by using WHOIS privacy protection. The best part here is that top-rated registrars offer it for free or at a very nominal cost.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">4. Update Your Contact Details<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">One of the most underrated and overlooked domain hijacking prevention techniques is updating your contact details periodically. Outdated information or incorrect contact details give enough time for hijackers to breach your registrar account. Additionally, your domain registrar may not be able to contact you in case they detect suspicious activities if you have not updated your contact details.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">5. Look Out for Phishing Scams<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Emails impersonating communication from ICANN or your domain registrar is frequently employed in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crazydomains.com.au\/learn\/domain-phishing\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">domain phishing<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> scams (which result in domain hijacking). Threat actors are growing increasingly skilled and selective in their email crimes, frequently using advanced techniques like cloning phishing to imitate these reliable institutions. There is a lower risk of being a victim if one is aware of the frequency of phishing and the strategies employed by cybercriminals.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">6. Keep Track of Who Can Access Login Details<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The back end of a company&#8217;s website must be accessible to a wide range of stakeholders, either for marketing campaigns, load balancing, IT administration, or developing requirements. These stakeholders occasionally request access to the domain registrar platform to make changes, but doing so is typically discouraged. Remember the principle of least privilege and refrain from sharing this account&#8217;s login information needlessly.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Final Words<\/span><\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">With an increasing number of cybercrimes being reported each year, you have little option but to stay vigilant and safeguard your domain from a lethal domain hijacking attack. However, it is important to understand what you are protecting yourself from and the potential repercussions of failing to act. The ball is now in your court and invest in robust security features to protect you from domain theft.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What Is Domain Hijacking? How To Prevent It? &#8211; FAQ&#8217;s\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/h2>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">How Did Someone Steal My Domain?<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If someone has stolen your domain, there is a high chance you are a victim of domain hijacking typically carried out via social engineering, phishing, malware attacks, and more.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Should I Pay to Protect My Domain Name from Domain Hijacking?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">While most domain registrars offer domain protection in their plans, you may need to pay a nominal fee to protect your domain name from getting hijacked.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">How Does Domain Hijacking Affect Domain Name Portfolio?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Domain hijacking can severely affect your domain name portfolio in many ways including financial damage, data breaches, reputational damage, and loss of trust, among others.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In today\u2019s day and age, a website is a necessity to establish your personal or brand\u2019s presence. 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