TF-1811888
high
📛 Threat Title
ClearFake: Domain name that delivers a malware payload seducingdelirium.surf
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: 2026-05-13 16:48:52 UTC. Last seen: 2026-05-13 17:25:58 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
104.21.89.80
VT: VT base fetch failed: HTTPError: 429 Client Error: Too Many Requests for url: https://www.virustotal.com/api/v3/ip_addresses/104.21.89.80
IOC database
- Type
- ipv4
- Value
104.21.89.80- First seen
- Last seen
- Attached to this threat
- Appears in
- 1 threat
- Description
- Resolved from domain seducingdelirium.surf
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/104.21.89.80
ipv4
172.67.138.215
VT: VT base fetch failed: HTTPError: 429 Client Error: Too Many Requests for url: https://www.virustotal.com/api/v3/ip_addresses/172.67.138.215
IOC database
- Type
- ipv4
- Value
172.67.138.215- First seen
- Last seen
- Attached to this threat
- Appears in
- 1 threat
- Description
- Resolved from domain seducingdelirium.surf
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/172.67.138.215
domain
seducingdelirium.surf
UrlVoid 4 / 35
1 feed
IOC database
- Type
- domain
- Value
seducingdelirium.surf- 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
Listed by 1 threat-intel feed vendor: threatview.io. Open in Threat Hunt →
Details From VirusTotal
No VirusTotal details cached for this IOC. Open the IOC page to query VirusTotal.
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: 2026-05-13 16:48:52 UTC. Last seen: 2026-05-13 17:25:58 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:cyberpress.org
A recent variant of the ClearFake malware framework has been identified, leveraging fake reCAPTCHA and Cloudflare Turnstile challenges to deceive users into executing malicious PowerShell commands. This evolution marks a significant escalation in the threat's capabilities, as it continues to exploit Web3 technologies for malware delivery.
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web:cybersecuritynews.com
Sekoia researchers noted that the ClearFake infrastructure includes over 9,300 compromised websites, with thousands of users potentially exposed to these malicious lures every day. The use of blockchain technology for malware delivery represents an emerging threat that makes traditional mitigation and blocking significantly more challenging.
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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:omidkarimian.com
ClearFake has infected over 9,300 WordPress sites using fake browser updates to trick users into downloading malware . Here's how it works and how you can stay safe. ClearFake is a sophisticated cybercrime campaign first discovered in mid-2023. It has infected thousands of WordPress websites (though it's very likely that other platforms will also be targeted in the near future) by injecting ...
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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: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.betterworldtechnology.com
ClearFake malware has infected over 9,300 websites, using a fake reCAPTCHA to deceive users and steal sensitive information. Learn about the impact and prevention strategies.
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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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web:www.packetlabs.net
A new ClearFake variant deceives victims with fake reCAPTCHA challenges and bypasses with smart-contract ABIs tricking users into running PowerShell malware . Learn how it works and how to defend.
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