DNS ACCESS CONTROL POLICY

Authorization Framework for Web Developers & Third Parties

DOCUMENT CONTROL

Classification: CONFIDENTIAL - IT Security Policy

Effective Date: [Date]

Policy Owner: [The Computer Department]

Review Cycle: Quaterly

Version: 1.0

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

This policy establishes mandatory controls for DNS record access and modification. DNS infrastructure is a critical security asset that requires strict authorization from domain name owners before any access is granted.

Unauthorized DNS access poses severe risks including:

• DNS hijacking and traffic redirection to malicious sites
• Email interception and business email compromise (BEC)
• Service outages affecting entire business operations
• Data exfiltration through DNS tunneling
• Regulatory compliance violations and audit failures