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AvantGuard - DNSFilter

AvantGuard - DNSFilter

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Overview

The node provides integration with the AvantGuard DNSFilter API, specifically enabling bulk lookup of domain names (FQDNs). This operation is useful for querying multiple fully qualified domain names at once to retrieve information such as their status, categorization, or filtering results from the DNSFilter service. It is beneficial in scenarios where users need to analyze or monitor a list of domains for security, compliance, or content filtering purposes.

For example, a user can input a comma-separated list of domains to quickly check their filtering status or category in bulk, which helps in automating domain reputation checks or enforcing network policies.

Properties

Name Meaning
Additional Query Parameters Optional parameters that can be added to the query. Currently supports:
- Fqdns Comma separated list of fully qualified domain names (FQDNs) to look up in bulk.

Output

The node outputs JSON data containing the results of the bulk domain lookup. Each domain's information returned by the DNSFilter API will be included in the json output field. This typically includes details such as domain status, category, and any other metadata provided by the API.

No binary data output is indicated for this operation.

Dependencies

  • Requires an API key credential for authenticating with the AvantGuard DNSFilter API.
  • The node uses the base URL https://api.dnsfilter.com for making requests.
  • Proper configuration of the API key credential within n8n is necessary for successful execution.

Troubleshooting

  • Empty or malformed FQDN list: If the "Fqdns" parameter is empty or incorrectly formatted, the API may return errors or no results. Ensure the domains are comma-separated without extra spaces.
  • Authentication errors: Missing or invalid API credentials will cause authentication failures. Verify that the API key credential is correctly set up.
  • API rate limits or connectivity issues: Network problems or exceeding API usage limits can result in request failures. Check network connectivity and API usage quotas.
  • Unexpected API responses: If the API changes or returns unexpected data structures, the node might not parse results correctly. Review API documentation and update the node if needed.

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