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ClearFake: Domain name that delivers a malware payload ppdrqc.pshealthcare.net

Category: ClearFake Published: Source updated: First seen: Last updated: Source: ThreatFox IOCs

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 22:35:08 UTC. Reporter: anonymous. Tags: ClearFake, win-0x0cd5, Windows.

Indicators of Compromise (1)

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domain
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ppdrqc.pshealthcare.net
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1 threat
Description
Domain name that delivers a malware payload attributed to ClearFake

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  • 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 22:35:08 UTC. Reporter: anonymous. Tags: ClearFake, win-0x0cd5, Windows.

Remediations (10)

  • web:cybersecuritynews.com

    ClearFake malware abused blockchain smart contracts and hacked websites to deliver stealthy, hard-to-stop infections.

  • 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: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 .

  • 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: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.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 ...

  • 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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