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ClearFake: Domain name that delivers a malware payload cdyyhe.parma-delikatessen.com

Category: ClearFake Published: Source updated: First seen: Last updated: Source: Threatfox IOCs/Threats

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 18:46:20 UTC. Reporter: anonymous. Tags: ClearFake, win-0x0cd5, Windows.

Indicators of Compromise (1)

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IOC database

Type
domain
Value
cdyyhe.parma-delikatessen.com
First seen
Last seen
Attached to this threat
Appears in
1 threat
Description
Domain name that delivers a malware payload attributed to ClearFake

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Threat Hunt — feed corroboration

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Flagged by 4 of 91 VirusTotal vendors

VendorVerdictDetection
Fortinet malicious phishing
MalwareURL malicious malware
Certego suspicious suspicious
SOCRadar suspicious suspicious

Details From VirusTotal

Basic Properties
RegistrarGname.com Pte. Ltd.
TLDcom
History
Creation date2024-11-15 08:24 UTC
Last analysis2026-08-04 19:37 UTC
Last modified on VirusTotal2026-08-04 21:04 UTC
Last WHOIS update2026-07-23 23:27 UTC

References (2)

  • Malpedia profile Threatfox IOCs/Threats
  • 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: 2026-08-04 18:46:20 UTC. Reporter: anonymous. Tags: ClearFake, win-0x0cd5, Windows.

Remediations (10)

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • web:gbhackers.com

    ClearFake is a JavaScript-based malware distribution framework that compromises web servers and injects malicious code into legitimate websites. When visitors land on infected pages, they encounter fake CAPTCHA challenges that use social engineering to trick them into installing malware .

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • web:threatfox.abuse.ch

    ThreatFox Database Indicators of Compromise (IOCs) on ThreatFox are associated with a certain malware fas. A malware sample can be associated with only one malware family. The page below gives you an overview on indicators of compromise associated with js. clearfake . You can also get this data through the ThreatFox API. Database Entry

  • web:www.bridewell.com

    ClearFake is a relatively new, malicious JavaScript framework that was first identified in July 2023 by security researcher Randy McEoin.

  • web:www.globalsecuritymag.com

    In May 2024, ReliaQuest discovered a campaign from the JavaScript framework " ClearFake " that uses new execution techniques: The adversary tricks users into manually copying and executing malicious code in PowerShell. This differs from the typical drive-by downloads frequently observed with ClearFake and other "fake browser update"-associated distribution campaigns, in which the ...

  • web:www.threatdown.com

    ClearFake , tested on June 3, 2024 Distribution (Compromised site->fake error->copy/paste PowerShell) ClearFake is a malware campaign using social engineering first discovered by Randy McEoin. It is one of the many "fake browser updates" inspired by OG SocGholish which leverages compromised websites to target potential victims.

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