# dcaeducation.com — MALICIOUS

> PhishDestroy flags dcaeducation.com as a crypto drainer mimicking DCA Education. VirusTotal flags 7/95 vendors; avoid this domain immediately.

## Summary
PhishDestroy identifies dcaeducation.com as an active crypto drainer impersonating a legitimate educational entity. This domain mimics the branding and naming conventions of DCA Education to deceive visitors into connecting cryptocurrency wallets or entering sensitive credentials under false pretenses. Threat actors are increasingly leveraging impersonation schemes tied to education, finance, or professional services to lower victim suspicion and increase the likelihood of financial fraud or credential theft. Users interacting with this domain risk unauthorized cryptocurrency transfers or account takeovers, particularly if wallet connections are authorized or login details are submitted. This campaign reflects a broader trend where threat actors exploit trusted brand names to bypass security awareness and facilitate financial gain.  This domain was flagged by PhishDestroy following analysis of multiple technical indicators. dcaeducation.com resolves to IP address 103.147.169.10 and employs a valid SSL certificate issued by Let's Encrypt, which may help it evade basic browser warnings. VirusTotal analysis reveals detections by 7 out of 95 security vendors, indicating partial but not universal recognition of its malicious nature. The domain was registered on September 29, 2025, through Unstoppable Domains Inc., a registrar often associated with blockchain-based naming services that can obscure true ownership. Given its recent creation and low detection rate, the risk level is elevated, as early-stage domains frequently fly under the radar of automated defenses. This pattern is consistent with opportunistic campaigns targeting users seeking educational resources or professional development opportunities.  Individuals who have visited dcaeducation.com or entered any information on the site should take immediate action to mitigate potential harm. Disconnect any connected cryptocurrency wallets from websites or applications and revoke any unauthorized permissions through wallet settings. If credentials were entered, change passwords immediately and enable multi-factor authentication on all related accounts. Report the domain to your organization’s security team or local cybercrime unit if applicable, and consider running a malware scan using reputable security software. Avoid visiting or interacting with this domain in the future. For ongoing protection, users should remain cautious of domains mimicking educational institutions, especially those with recent registration dates or low detection rates on threat intelligence platforms.

## Threat Details
- Verdict: MALICIOUS
- Site status: unknown (HTTP ?)

## Domain Intelligence
- Registered: 2025-09-29 09:13:40
- Registrar: Unstoppable Domains Inc.
- IP: 103.147.169.10

## Detection Status
- VirusTotal: 7 vendors flagged
- Google Safe Browsing: clean
- Blocklists: 0 hits

## Evidence
- Cloudflare Radar: https://radar.cloudflare.com/domains/dcaeducation.com
- PhishDestroy: https://phishdestroy.io/domain/dcaeducation.com/
- LLM endpoint: https://phishdestroy.io/domain/dcaeducation.com/llm.txt

## If You Visited This Site
1. Change any passwords you may have entered
2. Enable 2FA on all related accounts
3. Monitor your accounts for unauthorized activity
4. Report to: FBI IC3, Europol, local authorities

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Report by PhishDestroy | https://phishdestroy.io/domain/dcaeducation.com/
Last updated: 2026-04-09