TF-1868546 high

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: 2026-08-04 22:20:52 UTC. Last seen: 2026-08-04 22:21:59 UTC. Reporter: threatcat_ch. Tags: ClearFake.

Indicators of Compromise (1)

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• Malpedia profile ThreatFox IOCs
• ThreatFox IOC page ThreatFox IOCs

  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: 2026-08-04 22:20:52 UTC. Last seen: 2026-08-04 22:21:59 UTC. Reporter: threatcat_ch. Tags: ClearFake.

• ClearFake — Malware Analysis & Detection | BotEraser
  web:boteraser.com

  ClearFake is a sophisticated malware distribution campaign first identified in July 2023 by security researchers at eSentire and later detailed by Proofpoint, operating as a financially motivated initial access broker that delivers information stealers (e.g., Lumma Stealer, RedLine, Vidar) and ransomware via fake browser update lures.

  2026-08-05 06:30 UTC
• New ClearFake Campaign Leveraging Proxy Execution to Run PowerShell ...
  web:cybersecuritynews.com

  ClearFake has entered a new and more dangerous phase, turning a familiar fake CAPTCHA scam into a highly evasive malware delivery chain. Across hundreds of hacked websites, visitors now see what looks like a routine verification challenge, but behind the scenes the page is preparing to launch hidden code.

  2026-08-05 06:30 UTC
• IOC Alert: ClearFake Payload Delivery Infrastructure
  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.

  2026-08-05 06:30 UTC
• ClearFake malware Exploits Proxy Execution to Run Malicious ... - GBHackers
  web:gbhackers.com

  Security researchers noted that ClearFake operates as a traffic distribution system, where the operators mass-compromise websites and sell access to other threat actors who want to distribute their payloads across the infected network. This business model explains the wide variety of malware families delivered through the campaign.

  2026-08-05 06:30 UTC
• ClearFake — malware family IOCs & CVEs | isMalicious
  web:ismalicious.com

  10,796 indicators (10246 domains , 26 IPs, 37 URLs, 487 hashes) attributed to the ClearFake malware family.

  2026-08-05 06:30 UTC
• ClearFake Malicious Framework Updates Tactics with Binance ... - RH-ISAC
  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 .

  2026-08-05 06:30 UTC
• ClearFake malware payload delivery - securereading.com
  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.

  2026-08-05 06:30 UTC
• ClearFake and CastleLoader Use Paste-and-Run Attacks
  web:socprime.com

  The report examines the widespread use of ClearFake and the emergence of CastleLoader, a malware loader that relies on paste-and-run techniques. CastleLoader delivers multiple payload types, including RATs and infostealers, while abusing legitimate Python distributions through a Bring-Your-Own-Interpreter (BYOI) approach.

  2026-08-05 06:30 UTC
• ClearFake Campaign - Delivering Malware via "Fake Browser Updates
  web:www.bridewell.com

  By using watering-hole style attacks, the ClearFake campaign aims to deliver malicious payloads through execution of malicious JavaScript commands, delivered to legitimate, compromised websites through WordPress vulnerabilities and plugins.

  2026-08-05 06:30 UTC
• ClearFake: From Fake CAPTCHAs to Blockchain-Driven Payload Retrieval
  web:www.darktrace.com

  ClearFake continues to be observed across multiple sectors, but Darktrace remains well‑positioned to counter such threats. Because ClearFake's end goal is often to deliver malware such as information stealers and malware loaders, early disruption is critical to preventing compromise.

  2026-08-05 06:30 UTC

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