Domain Security Information

Comprehensive guide to the 16 critical security checks that protect your business domain

Why We Perform 16 Comprehensive Security Checks

Most hosting providers check the basicsβ€”maybe SSL and a few email settings. At PrismWeb, we go the extra mile with 16 comprehensive security checks that ensure your domain is truly secure, compliant, and legally protected. We're the only provider that performs this level of detailed security analysis.

Our comprehensive approach means we catch security issues that others miss. We verify everything from DNS security to email encryption, from certificate validation to infrastructure protection. This thoroughness is what sets us apart and ensures your business meets compliance requirements and exceeds insurance standards.

16 Critical Security Checks

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DNSSEC

DNS Security Extensions protect against DNS spoofing and cache poisoning attacks by cryptographically signing DNS records.

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SSL/TLS Certificate

Valid SSL/TLS encryption protects customer data in transit and prevents man-in-the-middle attacks.

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Enhanced HTTPS Configuration

HSTS headers, HTTPS redirects, and proper encryption configuration prevent downgrade attacks.

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Enhanced TLS Configuration

Secure TLS versions, strong cipher suites, and proper configuration prevent BEAST, POODLE, and other attacks.

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Certificate Validation

Valid trust chains, domain matching, and CAA records ensure certificates are authentic and properly authorized.

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HTTP Security Headers

X-Frame-Options, X-Content-Type-Options, Referrer-Policy, and security.txt protect against web vulnerabilities.

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SPF Record

Sender Policy Framework prevents email spoofing by specifying authorized mail servers.

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DKIM

DomainKeys Identified Mail cryptographically signs emails to verify authenticity and prevent tampering.

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DMARC

Domain-based Message Authentication enforces SPF and DKIM policies and provides email security reporting.

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MTA-STS

Mail Transfer Agent Strict Transport Security enforces encrypted email transmission to prevent interception.

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TLS-RPT

TLS Reporting provides visibility into email delivery problems and helps identify security issues.

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IP Abuse Checks

Verifies hosting IP addresses aren't blacklisted or flagged as malicious, ensuring email deliverability and reputation.

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WordPress Detection

Identifies WordPress usage and version to detect outdated software with known security vulnerabilities.

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Website Scanning

Scans for exposed email addresses and broken links that could pose security or compliance risks.

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IPv6 Support

Ensures your domain is accessible via IPv6, demonstrating modern infrastructure and future-proofing.

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RPKI

Route Origin Authorization prevents BGP route hijacking and protects your IP address space from attacks.

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Why PrismWeb Goes the Extra Mile

Most hosting providers check 3-5 basic security settings. We perform 16 comprehensive checks because security isn't a checkboxβ€”it's a commitment. We verify every layer of your domain's security, from DNS to email, from certificates to infrastructure. This thoroughness ensures you're not just compliantβ€”you're truly secure.

When you host with PrismWeb, all 16 checks are continuously monitored and maintained. We don't just set it and forget itβ€”we actively manage your security so you can focus on your business.