NODA Research
DNS Security, Measured Across Industries
Each study below scores a real domain cohort against NODA's open, versioned methodology — the same dual-axis Health and Best Practice model, applied consistently. Findings are drawn directly from live checks, not surveys or self-reported data.
Physician, Heal Thyself: What 82 Enterprise Technology Providers Reveal About Their Own DNS
We scored 59 global systems integrators, consultancies, and regional technology providers -- plus 23 parent/subsidiary pairs -- on NODA's dual-axis methodology. They outscore the hyperscale cloud platforms whose DNS-as-a-service tooling they resell.
Nine Sectors, One Pattern: What 596 Domains Show About DNS Security
We scored 596 domains across nine sectors on NODA's dual-axis DNS methodology. Institutional habit, not technical capability, is the strongest predictor of DNS security posture.
Top of the Class, Behind on Security: What 104 Leading Universities Get Wrong About DNS
We scored 104 of the world's top universities on NODA's dual-axis DNS methodology. Infrastructure is rock solid. DNSSEC and mail authentication are a generation behind.
Priceless Collections, Fragile Infrastructure: A DNS Audit of 103 of the World's Great Museums
We scored 103 major museums on NODA's dual-axis DNS methodology. The widest score spread of any sector we've measured — and real operational fragility hiding behind prestige.
Built for Speed, Not for Signing: The DNS Habits of 102 Global Sports Brands
We scored 102 global sports and outdoor brands on NODA's dual-axis DNS methodology. DNSSEC is essentially absent. DKIM is missing on more than half. DMARC enforcement, though, leads every sector we've measured.
No Mandate Required: What 80 Government Domains Reveal About DNSSEC Adoption
We scored 80 government domains across nineteen non-US jurisdictions on NODA's dual-axis DNS methodology. DNSSEC adoption came in highest of any sector measured — with no signing mandate behind it.