DNS Tunneling Detective

🔍 Can you uncover the secret data hidden in DNS traffic?

Challenge 06 Jan 2026 Pro Exclusive Solution (Pro)

Corporate networks generate thousands of DNS queries daily, but buried within this seemingly innocent traffic lies a sophisticated data exfiltration scheme. 🕵️ Advanced attackers are using DNS tunneling to steal sensitive information right under the nose of security systems, encoding their payload in what appears to be normal domain lookups. 🌐 Master the art of network forensics and expose this covert communication channel before critical data disappears forever! 🚨

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