massdns ☆
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Description:
High-performance DNS stub resolver
Type: Formula  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Security
Tags: dns reconnaissance security networking cli
Install: brew install massdns
About:
Massdns is a high-performance DNS stub resolver designed for bulk lookups and reconnaissance. It can resolve massive lists of domains efficiently using a simple text-based interface. The tool is ideal for security researchers and network administrators needing fast, parallel DNS resolution.
Key Features:
  • High-throughput asynchronous DNS resolution
  • Simple configuration via command-line flags
  • Supports multiple output formats (text, JSON, binary)
  • Built-in list processing and filtering capabilities
Use Cases:
  • Performing bulk DNS reconnaissance on large target lists
  • Validating domain resolution across thousands of entries
  • Identifying subdomains during security assessments
Alternatives:
  • masscan – Masscan is a port scanner, whereas Massdns focuses specifically on high-speed DNS resolution.
  • dnsrecon – Dnsrecon focuses on enumeration and zone transfers, while Massdns prioritizes raw bulk resolution speed.
Version History
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Sep 16, 2025 3:32am 0 VERSION_BUMP f0d187b4
Sep 13, 2024 8:19pm 0 VERSION_BUMP b8a421bb
Dec 2, 2022 12:40am 0 VERSION_BUMP 15081594
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