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dnsmonitor · v1.3.0
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Monitor DNS activity
brew install --cask dnsmonitor 10
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Trust Score 6/10
✓ Open source (GPL-3.0) +3
✗ Active development +0
✓ Licensed +1
✗ No auto-updates +0
✓ Not deprecated +1
✓ Established (>1yr) +1
✗ Low installs +0
Review
Mar 10, 2026DNSMonitor is a macOS utility that provides real-time monitoring of DNS activity, leveraging Apple's Network Extension Framework. It's ideal for network administrators and security professionals who need insight into DNS traffic and potential threats.
Monitors DNS activity in real-time using Apple's network extension framework.
Maturity: The project is moderately active with a history of updates and some resolved issues.
Community: No community discussion found yet.
Pros
- + Deep integration with macOS network framework for accurate monitoring
- + Real-time analysis of DNS queries and responses
- + Open-source with a GPL-3.0 license, promoting transparency and customization
Cons
- - No auto-update feature, requiring manual checks for updates
- - Some historical issues with compatibility and memory leaks