Open source to secure Internet domain name

LONDON, UK: The OpenDNSSEC project, a tool which simplifies the process of signing one or more zones with DNSSEC, on Thursday announced the development of open source software that manages the security of domain names on the Internet.

The project intends to drive adoption of Domain Name System Security Extensions (DNSSEC) to further enhance Internet security.

Removing the manual aspect of deploying DNSSEC using the open source software is set to make it easier for Internet service providers, web hosting companies and name service operators to deploy DNSSEC, which will significantly increase the number of DNSSEC users.

No manual management is needed for signing a zone or managing the cryptographic keys. The software manages the entire process from unsigned to signed zones, said a press release.

Patrik Wallström, responsible for DNSSEC at SE comments: "In order to spread the use of DNSSEC to an increased number of domain names, the management surrounding this technology must be simplified.”

he added, “Together with a number of collaborators, we're developing OpenDNSSEC. Leveraging our deployment experience, we will produce a well-packaged, easy-to-use and flexible DNSSEC tool that eliminates all manual procedures. Those in charge of name servers no longer need detailed knowledge about the protocol in order to use it."

The software is available from http://www.OpenDNSSEC.org