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This domain has been flagged as malicious
Detected by 4 security vendors and listed in 3 public blocklists. Exercise extreme caution — do not enter personal information or connect wallets.
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etheref[.]xyz

Domain Security & Threat Intelligence Report

Domain Security & Threat Intelligence Report

4/4 VT Taken Down 3 Blocklists Ethereum Crypto Scam + more
4/4 VT vendors 3 blocklists Targets Ethereum
93 Risk Score
PhishDestroy AI
HIGH
Ref
72118329
Score
93/100
Engine
PD-4 Turbo
PhishDestroy identifies etheref[.]xyz as a domain associated with generic phishing activities. The domain was first registered on March 24, 2026, and is linked to attempts at deceiving users into revealing personal or financial information. Due to its nature, it poses a medium risk to users unfamiliar with the threat or checking site authenticity.

The domain was registered through PDR Ltd., operating as PublicDomainRegistry.com. VirusTotal analysis reveals that 4 out of 95 security vendors flagged etheref[.]xyz, indicating some level of suspicious or malicious activity detected by multiple sources. These detections reinforce concerns about the domain's intent to facilitate phishing attacks or distribute fraudulent content.

Currently, the domain etheref[.]xyz is offline, reducing immediate threat exposure. However, users are strongly advised to remain cautious should the domain or similar variants reappear. It is recommended to avoid clicking unknown links, refrain from providing any sensitive information to sites using this domain, and utilize updated security tools to detect phishing attempts. Continuous monitoring of this domain is encouraged as it may be repurposed or replaced by threat actors.
VT
VirusTotal
4 det.
Age
28d Very New!
Status
Down
PD
DestroyList
Listed
Data coverage VirusTotal 4 / 4 URLQuery no detections OTX not queried CF Radar no data URLScan not submitted DNS blocks none SSL no cert WHOIS 28d old Screenshot not captured Redirect chain not probed CDN bypass not suspended

Threat Response Pipeline

Discovery
Submission
Legal
Takedown
17/19
Pre-emptive Discovery & Ingestion
30+ Proprietary Parsers · Infrastructure Analysis · Community Intelligence · Awaiting Ingestion
3/4
30+ Proprietary Parsers
Distributed network scanning Google Ads (malvertising), SEO-manipulated results, Twitter/X, YouTube & Telegram campaigns
Infrastructure Analysis
dnstwist & typosquatting detection to catch look-alike domains targeting established brands
Community Intelligence
Real-time ingestion of community-reported threats via Telegram Bot & partner intelligence feeds
Awaiting Ingestion
Domain pending ingestion into threat feed
Global Ecosystem Submission
54+ Vendor Submissions · VirusTotal · Google Safe Browsing · Blocklist Detection · Brand Impersonation · Forensic Evidence Collection · Web Archive Preservation · Technical Deep Analysis
8/8 ✓
54+ Vendor Submissions
Threat data submitted to 54+ security vendors & threat intelligence platforms
Show all 54 vendors
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VirusTotal
4 / 4 vendors flagged on VirusTotal
Mar 25, 2026
Google Safe Browsing
Mar 25, 2026
Blocklist Detection
Found in 3 blocklists: MetaMask, PhishDestroy, SEAL
Brand Impersonation
Impersonation of Ethereum
Forensic Evidence Collection
Public scans via URLScan.io, URLQuery & Cloudflare Radar — DOM snapshots, HTTP transactions, DNS & certificate data
Web Archive Preservation
Site preserved in Wayback Machine — immutable copy of phishing content for legal evidence
Technical Deep Analysis
JS source analysis, directory enumeration, open directories scan, email harvesting, Telegram bot detection, exposed databases & other OSINT artifacts useful for threat actor identification
Legal Notifications & Reporting
Registrar & Hosting Notification · DestroyList Published · Abuse Report Pending · Conditional Re-detection
3/4
Registrar & Hosting Notification
Initial abuse reports sent to domain registrar (PDR Ltd. d/b/a PublicDomainRegistry.com) and hosting provider with forensic evidence packages (metadata, screenshots, PDF)
DestroyList Published
Added to PhishDestroy/DestroyList — open-source blocklist for wallets & extensions
Abuse Report Pending
Will be sent to registrar (PDR Ltd. d/b/a PublicDomainRegistry.com) & hosting
Conditional Re-detection
Follow-up alerts only if threat remains active beyond 24 hours — prevents spam, ensures reports contain active evidence
ICANN Escalation — triggered only on re-detection (24h+ active threat), not on initial report. Formal complaint per RAA §3.18 with full forensic evidence
Public Transparency & Takedown
Open Threat Database · Social Broadcasting · Domain Taken Down
3/3 ✓
Open Threat Database
Real-time commits to GitHub repository & live monitoring at phishdestroy.io/live
Social Broadcasting
Automated alerts on Twitter, Telegram & Mastodon channels
Domain Taken Down
Phishing site is offline — no longer serving malicious content
Mar 25, 2026

Public Blocklist Status

Domain Intelligence

Domainetheref.xyz
Registrar PDR IN(IN)
RegistrationCreated Mar 24, 2026 (28d · Very New!)
Technical detailsDNS, SSL SANs, timestamps
Nameservers["adam.ns.cloudflare.com","danica.ns.cloudflare.com"]
Favicon Hashfavicon80219e408d1d2e9553dae9291b2f3568
Related Campaign Members · 8 sharing fingerprint
Other tracked phishing domains sharing this site’s infrastructure fingerprint: PDR Ltd. d/b/a PublicDomainRegistry.com Ethereum — suggests a coordinated kit / operator cluster.
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VirusTotal Analysis

4 / 4 security vendors flagged this domain
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Fortinet
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Evidence & External Reports

Were You Affected by This Site?

You are not alone and there is nothing to be ashamed of. Scammers are sophisticated criminals who exploit trust. Reporting your experience is the most powerful weapon against fraud — your report can prevent others from becoming victims and help law enforcement take action. Silence is the scammer's greatest advantage. Break it.

If you have interacted with this domain, entered personal information, or connected a cryptocurrency wallet — take immediate action. Below are resources to help you report the incident and protect yourself.

Beware of recovery scammers! After being scammed, criminals may contact you again pretending to be "recovery agents," lawyers, or investigators who claim they can retrieve your lost funds — for a fee. This is a second scam. No legitimate service will ask for upfront payment to recover stolen crypto. Learn more about recovery fraud →

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About This Report: etheref.xyz

This domain security report for etheref.xyz is maintained by PhishDestroy's automated threat intelligence pipeline. Our system continuously monitors this domain across 4 security vendors on VirusTotal, 3 public blocklists.

etheref.xyz has been flagged by 4 security vendors as of April 22, 2026. It appears to impersonate Ethereum, a legitimate service.

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Recommendations & Advice for Victims

An estimated $51 billion flowed to illicit crypto wallets in 2024 (source). If you interacted with etheref.xyz — act now.

What should I do immediately?
Urgent
  • Revoke token approvals — use revoke.cash to remove access granted to malicious smart contracts
  • Move remaining funds to a brand-new wallet. The compromised wallet is no longer safe
  • Change all passwords — email, exchange accounts, anything that shares the same password
  • Enable 2FA using an authenticator app (not SMS). Disable SMS-based recovery
  • Freeze cards if you entered banking details on the phishing site
What information should I collect for my report?
FBI guidelines

According to the FBI, the most important details are transaction data:

  • Cryptocurrency addresses — scammer's wallet (e.g., 0x5856...35985)
  • Amount & crypto type — exact amount (e.g., 1.02345 ETH, 0.5 BTC, 500 USDT)
  • Transaction ID (hash) — the unique blockchain transaction identifier
  • Exact dates & times — of each transaction and first contact with scammer
  • Screenshots — scam website, chat messages, emails, wallet transactions, social media
  • All URLs & domains used by the scammer (including etheref.xyz)
  • Communications — emails, texts, phone numbers, usernames the scammer used

Even if you don't have all details — file a report anyway. Partial information still helps investigations.

Where should I report the scam?
  • FBI IC3 — Internet Crime Complaint Center (US federal reporting)
  • Europol — European cybercrime reporting (EU)
  • Chainabuse — flag scam wallets across exchanges & platforms
  • Your crypto exchange — contact Coinbase/Binance/Kraken support to freeze scammer's address
  • Local police — creates an official record, even if they can't act immediately

The FBI recovered over $1 billion in crypto fraud in 2024 thanks to victim reports. Your report matters.

How do crypto scams typically work?
  • Fake websites — pixel-perfect clones of legitimate sites with slightly altered domains
  • Malicious approvals — "connect wallet" prompts that grant unlimited token spending to attackers
  • Pig butchering — trust built over weeks via Telegram/WhatsApp/dating apps, then money stolen
  • Recovery scams — victims targeted AGAIN by fake "recovery agents" demanding upfront fees. Always a scam
  • Fake ads & airdrops — Google/social media ads and "free token" offers leading to wallet drainers
  • AI-powered scams — deepfakes, automated phishing, and AI-generated sites making fraud harder to detect
How can I protect myself in the future?
  • Use a hardware wallet (Ledger, Trezor). Never store large amounts in browser wallets
  • Bookmark official sites — never click links from emails, DMs, or ads
  • Read every approval — verify permissions before signing. Reject unlimited approvals
  • Verify domains — check on PhishDestroy before interacting. Check HTTPS, spelling, domain age
  • "Too good to be true" = scam — guaranteed returns, celebrity endorsements, urgent deadlines
How big is the crypto scam problem?
  • $51 billion flowed to illicit crypto wallets in 2024 — CoinLedger
  • Pig butchering losses grew 40% year over year, now the fastest-growing fraud type
  • Only ~5% of victims report — your report helps shut down criminal networks
  • FBI recovered $1B+ in 2024 thanks to victim reports — FBI.gov

Sources: FBI · CoinLedger · WorldMetrics

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