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· One min read
Yevgeniy Goncharov

In first - Big Thanks to the DNS Blocklists project for their significant contribution to "Keep the internet clean" ideology

In this quarter of 2023, I've introduced various enhancements to the OpenBLD.net ecosystem.

🔻Here's the scoop​

  • 1️⃣ OpenBLD.net now incorporates the DNS Blocklists project into its own DNS filtering mechanisms, ensuring a cleaner internet experience.
  • 2️⃣ Successfully resolved major Apple content delivery issues for Eastern Europe, enhancing DNS delivery experience.
  • 3️⃣ Experience a boost in DNS response speed by approximately 5%. The General pool is now around ~111ms, while Local pools are at ~70ms.
  • 4️⃣ According to Alternativeto, OpenBLD.net stands out as an alternative to Quad9, NextDNS, AdGuard DNS, AhaDNS, and BlahDNS.
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✨ And most importantly, OpenBLD.net is your go-to solution for a clean Internet – free from Ads, Tracking, Metrics, Telemetry, Phishing, Malware and all that other "Crap.” without agent installations and add-ins in your browsers.

Embrace yourself and stay focused with the power of clean Internet with OpenBLD.net DNS 😎

· One min read
Yevgeniy Goncharov

What's the Difference Between Ada and Ric OpenBLD.net?

  • 🌟 Ada - Adaptive DNS: Harmoniously filters malicious content and ensures seamless internet connectivity whenever possible
  • 🚫 Ric - Strict DNS: Blocks many marketing and tracking resources, which may affect access to certain internet content

I recommend Ada for most OpenBLD.net DNS users. Get-Started.

OpenBLD ADA & RIC differences

Curious to learn more? Dive into the details here Take care of yourself. Peace out! ✌️

· One min read
Yevgeniy Goncharov

What new we have in OpenBLD.net today:

  • New optimized DNS Fronted / Backend engines
  • Updated Geo Localized ecosystem
  • New integrated centralize Cactusd service
  • Optimized works with free video services (rezka, seasonwar), social networks and etc.
  • Integrated new Free SSL feature from ClouDNS
  • Testing Netdata (ML) Powered Anomaly Detection 🔩

What will updated:

  • ⚠️⚠️ On this month bld.sys-adm.in will be converted to ada.openbld.net and them was deprecated.
  • ⚠️ ⚙️ Re-setup your browsers, devices and etc from *.sys-adm.in to ada.openbld.net. Get Started

Be yourself - be focused with OpenBLD.net 😎✌️

· One min read
Yevgeniy Goncharov

According to CISA newly identified Truebot malware variants against organizations in the United States and Canada.

The authoring organizations recommend hunting for the malicious activity using the guidance outlined in this CSA...

See more details on CISA

· One min read
Yevgeniy Goncharov

Advertising platforms like Google Ads enable businesses to display advertisements to target audiences to boost traffic and increase sales. Malware distributors abuse the same functionality in a technique known as malvertising, where chosen keywords are hijacked to display malicious ads that lure unsuspecting search engine users into downloading certain types of malware.

The following chart represents how the infection starts:

Infection chain

The infection starts once the user searches for “WinSCP Download” on the Bing search engine. A malicious ad for the WinSCP application is displayed above the organic search results. The ad leads to a suspicious website containing a tutorial on how to use WinSCP for automating file transfer:

Donwload WinSCP

See more details on Trendmicro blog