TF-1868517
high
📛 Threat Title
ClearFake: Domain name that delivers a malware payload quarkpets.com
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 20:49:52 UTC. Last seen: 2026-08-04 20:50:37 UTC. Reporter: threatcat_ch. Tags: ClearFake.
Indicators of Compromise (1)
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domain
quarkpets.com
IOC database
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- domain
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quarkpets.com- First seen
- Last seen
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- 1 threat
- Description
- Domain name that delivers a malware payload attributed to ClearFake
Threat Hunt — feed corroboration
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References (2)
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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 20:49:52 UTC. Last seen: 2026-08-04 20:50:37 UTC. Reporter: threatcat_ch. Tags: ClearFake.
Remediations (10)
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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.
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web:darkwebinformer.com
📖 Overview A domain associated with the ClearFake JavaScript-based malware campaign has been identified. The domain currently displays a Cloudflare phishing warning and has been reported for malicious activity. ClearFake campaigns are known for distributing malicious scripts that deliver payloads or redirect users to further phishing pages. Confidence is assessed at 100%.
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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
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.
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web:ismalicious.com
10,796 indicators (10246 domains , 26 IPs, 37 URLs, 487 hashes) attributed to the ClearFake malware family.
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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:securityonline.info
A sophisticated malware campaign is turning a standard security verification step into a trap. Security researchers at Expel have released an analysis of " ClearFake ," a malicious framework that uses fake CAPTCHA challenges to trick users into compromising their own systems. By leveraging "living off the land" tactics and the immutable nature of blockchain technology, ClearFake has ...
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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.
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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. We have outlined recommendations to ensure that organisations are protected against this threat.
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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.
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