foundation[.]avantisfi[.]digital
“Avantis Foundation”
This domain, foundation.avantisfi.digital, operates as a crypto drainer designed to steal digital assets from users interacting with its interface. Crypto drainers are malicious scripts embedded in fraudulent websites that automatically siphon cryptocurrency from connected wallets once a user approves a transaction. In this case, the site specifically targets Solana blockchain users, exploiting the trust associated with the Avantis Foundation brand to trick victims into connecting their wallets. The threat is classified as high-risk due to its direct financial impact and the irreversible nature of cryptocurrency transactions. Analysis indicates that foundation.avantisfi.digital is flagged by 9 out of 95 security vendors on VirusTotal, a clear indicator of its malicious nature. The domain was registered through Cloudflare, Inc., a provider frequently used by threat actors to obscure infrastructure details and evade detection. Infrastructure analysis reveals the domain resolves to the IP address 188.114.96.3 and appears on two security blocklists. Notably, the site lacks an SSL certificate, a red flag for any financial or sensitive interaction. The page title, 'Avantis Foundation,' further confirms its intent to impersonate a legitimate entity, increasing the likelihood of successful social engineering attacks. Users who visited foundation.avantisfi.digital or connected a wallet to the site should assume their assets are compromised. Immediate steps include disconnecting the wallet from all dApps, revoking any suspicious token approvals, and transferring remaining funds to a new, secure wallet. Monitor transaction history for unauthorized transfers and report the incident to relevant blockchain security platforms. If personal information was entered, consider additional precautions such as enabling two-factor authentication on all accounts. Given the domain’s current offline status, it may resurface under a different name, so vigilance is advised when interacting with similar sites.
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Registration: avantisfi.digital
Accreditation and RAA context
Accreditation and RAA context
Registrar accreditation and DNS abuse obligations
For the registrable domain avantisfi.digital behind this subdomain, the registrar above operates under an ICANN accreditation agreement. The links below provide the official fee schedule and current DNS abuse compliance guidance.
Accreditation is a contract, not a safety certification.
RAA §3.18 establishes abuse-contact and handling requirements. This report can document stored outbound notices and later technical observations; it does not by itself establish receipt, investigation, remediation, or contractual non-compliance.
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Recommendations & Advice for Victims
An estimated $51 billion flowed to illicit crypto wallets in 2024 (source). If you interacted with foundation.avantisfi.digital — 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
foundation.avantisfi.digital) - 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 — notify its fraud team immediately; it may be able to preserve records or restrict funds held on its platform
- Local police — creates an official record, even if they can't act immediately
A report is not a guarantee of recovery or investigation, but prompt, accurate transaction data can help authorities and service providers trace the incident.
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 — fraudsters pose as recovery agents and demand upfront fees. Never share a seed phrase or pay before independently verifying the provider
- 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