TF-1812063
high
📛 Threat Title
ClearFake: Domain name that delivers a malware payload stat-collection-engine-performance-view.wiki
Description
Indicator that identifies a malware distribution server (payload delivery). IOC type: Domain name that delivers a malware payload. Attributed malware: ClearFake. Confidence: 100. First seen: 2026-05-14 03:35:18 UTC. Last seen: 2026-05-14 03:36:44 UTC. Reporter: threatcat_ch. Tags: ClearFake.
Indicators of Compromise (3)
Each indicator is enriched from the IOC database, threat-intel feed corroboration (Threat Hunt) and VirusTotal. Click one to expand.
ipv4
104.21.12.226
VT: VT base fetch failed: HTTPError: 429 Client Error: Too Many Requests for url: https://www.virustotal.com/api/v3/ip_addresses/104.21.12.226
IOC database
- Type
- ipv4
- Value
104.21.12.226- First seen
- Last seen
- Attached to this threat
- Appears in
- 1 threat
- Description
- Resolved from domain stat-collection-engine-performance-view.wiki
Threat Hunt — feed corroboration
Not present in any configured threat-intel feed.
Details From VirusTotal
VirusTotal: VT base fetch failed: HTTPError: 429 Client Error: Too Many Requests for url: https://www.virustotal.com/api/v3/ip_addresses/104.21.12.226
ipv4
172.67.196.135
VT: VT base fetch failed: HTTPError: 429 Client Error: Too Many Requests for url: https://www.virustotal.com/api/v3/ip_addresses/172.67.196.135
IOC database
- Type
- ipv4
- Value
172.67.196.135- First seen
- Last seen
- Attached to this threat
- Appears in
- 1 threat
- Description
- Resolved from domain stat-collection-engine-performance-view.wiki
Threat Hunt — feed corroboration
Not present in any configured threat-intel feed.
Details From VirusTotal
VirusTotal: VT base fetch failed: HTTPError: 429 Client Error: Too Many Requests for url: https://www.virustotal.com/api/v3/ip_addresses/172.67.196.135
domain
stat-collection-engine-performance-view.wiki
VT 20 / 91
UrlVoid 4 / 35
IOC database
- Type
- domain
- Value
stat-collection-engine-performance-view.wiki- First seen
- Last seen
- Attached to this threat
- Appears in
- 1 threat
- Description
- Domain name that delivers a malware payload attributed to ClearFake
Threat Hunt — feed corroboration
Not present in any configured threat-intel feed.
Flagged by 20 of 91 VirusTotal vendors
| Vendor | Verdict | Detection |
|---|---|---|
| ADMINUSLabs | malicious | malicious |
| alphaMountain.ai | malicious | malicious |
| BitDefender | malicious | malware |
| Certego | malicious | malicious |
| CRDF | malicious | malicious |
| CyRadar | malicious | malicious |
| ESET | malicious | malware |
| Forcepoint ThreatSeeker | malicious | malicious |
| Fortinet | malicious | malware |
| G-Data | malicious | malware |
| Kaspersky | malicious | phishing |
| LevelBlue | malicious | phishing |
| Lionic | malicious | malicious |
| MalwareURL | malicious | malware |
| Seclookup | malicious | malicious |
| SOCRadar | malicious | malicious |
| Sophos | malicious | phishing |
| VIPRE | malicious | malware |
| Webroot | malicious | malicious |
| Gridinsoft | suspicious | suspicious |
Details From VirusTotal
Basic Properties
| Registrar | PDR Ltd. d/b/a PublicDomainRegistry.com |
| TLD | wiki |
History
| Creation date | 2026-05-13 23:22 UTC |
| Last analysis | 2026-06-22 10:25 UTC |
| Last modified on VirusTotal | 2026-06-22 13:18 UTC |
| Last WHOIS update | 2026-06-12 10:01 UTC |
| WHOIS record date | 2026-06-22 11:32 UTC |
References (2)
- Malpedia profile Threatfox IOCs/Threats
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ThreatFox IOC page
Threatfox IOCs/Threats
Indicator that identifies a malware distribution server (payload delivery). IOC type: Domain name that delivers a malware payload. Attributed malware: ClearFake. Confidence: 100. First seen: 2026-05-14 03:35:18 UTC. Last seen: 2026-05-14 03:36:44 UTC. Reporter: threatcat_ch. Tags: ClearFake.
Remediations (10)
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web:blog.sekoia.io
ClearFake is a new malicious JavaScript framework deployed on compromised websites to deliver further malware using the drive-by download technique. This blogpost aims at presenting a technical analysis of the ClearFake installation flow, the malware delivered by ClearFake , the C2 infrastructure and tracking opportunities.
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web:cybersecuritynews.com
ClearFake , a malicious JavaScript framework first identified in July 2023, has evolved with sophisticated new social engineering tactics. Originally designed to display fake browser update pages, the framework has undergone significant developments, incorporating more advanced deception techniques to deliver malware through compromised websites.
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web:darkwebinformer.com
⚠️ This IOC underscores the persistent activity of ClearFake malware operators, who continue to leverage compromised or newly registered domains to deliver JavaScript payloads under the guise of security or software update warnings.
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web:darkwebinformer.com
A domain -based indicator has been identified delivering ClearFake JavaScript malware . The domain is flagged for phishing and payload delivery activity and is associated with malicious script injection campaigns designed to trick users into interacting with fraudulent browser updates or phishing pages.
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web:gbhackers.com
A recent variant of the ClearFake malware framework has been identified, leveraging fake reCAPTCHA and Cloudflare Turnstile verifications to deceive users into executing malicious PowerShell code. This evolution marks a significant shift in how ClearFake exploits Web3 capabilities to deliver malware through compromised websites.
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web:rhisac.org
Context Sekoia researchers have released updates on ClearFake , a malicious JavaScript framework that infects compromised websites to deliver malware through drive-by downloads and social engineering tactics. Initially observed in July 2023, ClearFake utilized fake browser update prompts to trick users into downloading malware .
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web:securereading.com
Once delivered, ClearFake malware typically enables follow-on activity such as credential theft, redirection to scam content, or additional payload downloads. Because the delivery channel appears legitimate, many perimeter defenses fail to block access by default.
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web:thehackernews.com
ClearFake malware infects 9,300+ websites, using fake reCAPTCHA and Web3 tactics to spread Lumma and Vidar Stealers, exposing 200,000+ users.
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web:www.darktrace.com
Darktrace detected a potential ClearFake‑related incident involving signs of EtherHiding activity and interactions with blockchain‑based infrastructure. A single device showed repeated suspicious command‑line behavior, primarily involving Microsoft HTML Application Host. The activity occurred over the course of a day and indicated early‑stage attempts to load malicious content ...
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web:www.kroll.com
CLEARFAKE is the term used to describe the malicious in-browser JavaScript framework deployed on compromised webpages as part of drive-by compromise campaigns to deliver information stealers. It has the potential to impact all sectors. Read More.
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