backup[.]protection-phantom[.]com

The domain backup.protection-phantom.com has been identified as a brand impersonation threat specifically targeting the Phantom cryptocurrency wallet. This domain is currently offline after being flagged for phishing activities. It was designed to deceive users into believing they were accessing a legitimate Phantom service, potentially leading to the theft of sensitive information or cryptocurrency assets.

Technical analysis reveals that the domain resolves to IP address 172.67.150.168 and was registered through Name SRS AB. Its creation date is November 08, 2025, which is suspiciously recent. VirusTotal reports that 12 out of 95 security vendors flag this domain as malicious, and it appears on 1 security blocklist. Google Safe Browsing also flags it as phishing. The domain lacks an SSL certificate, further indicating its fraudulent nature. These indicators collectively point to a high-risk threat designed to impersonate the Phantom brand.

Given that the domain is now offline, the immediate risk is reduced, but users should remain vigilant. If you have interacted with this domain, change your Phantom wallet credentials immediately and enable two-factor authentication. Always verify website URLs directly through official Phantom channels. For further verification, use PhishDestroy to check the safety of any suspicious domain. PhishDestroy provides real-time threat assessments and can help you avoid similar scams in the future.