The last thing you think of when you think of Web hosting security is your domain name. The domain name is most often the most neglected as your thoughts race for things to do with your Web site. There are security issues though that could effect you, your Web site and your domain name. Is your domain name secure?

Teeyes Siva, a contributing writer for Web Site Notes, has published a well written article discussing the issues you might have with domain name security.

The security of domain name registrations is an increasing concern for domain name registrants and registrars. However, there are steps you can take to increase the security of your domain name registrations.

Domain Name Security is often neglected by most organizations. In fact a large number of hacking attempts do not really need to happen at the Web Server level. Most hackers can fairly disrupt your business by simply hijacking your Domain Name. Most Registrars assign paramount importance to Domain Security. Its important you choose the RIGHT Registrar and who has implemented several security measures and safety locks to prevent your Domain Name from getting Hijacked or taken over.

The majority of the new domain name security problems come from ICANN’s new rule on domain name transfers. The easiest way to make sure you do not fall victim to this new rule is to login to your domain name register and lock your domain name.