krakenmarkets[.]net
Domain Security & Threat Intelligence Report
Mar 28, 2026
1 Blocklist
Kraken
42
Threat
PhishDestroy AI
HIGH
PhishDestroy identifies krakenmarkets[.]net as an active Kraken brand impersonation phishing site.
This domain, registered on May 27, 2025, through NICENIC INTERNATIONAL GROUP CO., LIMITED, impersonates the legitimate cryptocurrency exchange Kraken to deceive users into revealing sensitive account credentials or financial data. The site currently resolves to IP address 104.21.67.169, secured with a Google Trust Services SSL certificate to appear authentic. Despite the fraudulent nature of the domain, it remains undetected by any of the 95 VirusTotal vendors, indicating a low initial detection rate that could allow the campaign to persist undetected by automated security tools. The domain has not been listed on any known blocklists, further reducing its observable footprint in threat intelligence feeds as of the time of analysis.
The absence of detections does not imply safety; rather, it highlights the sophisticated nature of modern phishing campaigns, which often leverage newly registered domains and trusted SSL certificates to bypass initial scrutiny. The domain’s registration through NICENIC INTERNATIONAL GROUP CO., LIMITED does not provide immediate red flags, as threat actors frequently exploit legitimate registrars to obscure their identities. The SSL certificate issued by Google Trust Services adds a veneer of legitimacy, tricking users into believing the site is secure and trustworthy. Given the domain’s age (created May 27, 2025) and the lack of proactive blocking, this campaign poses an immediate and credible threat to users seeking to access Kraken’s services, particularly those who may overlook subtle misspellings or unfamiliar domain names.
PhishDestroy recommends immediate action to mitigate the risk posed by krakenmarkets[.]net. Users should avoid interacting with this domain and report it to Kraken’s official support channels and their email providers if encountered. Organizations are advised to update their threat intelligence feeds to include this domain and propagate the block across network defenses, including DNS filtering, firewalls, and endpoint protection platforms. Additionally, Kraken users should verify all links before entering credentials by cross-referencing with Kraken’s official domain (kraken.com) and enabling multi-factor authentication (MFA) wherever possible. Security teams are encouraged to monitor this domain for changes in infrastructure or hosting providers, as such shifts often indicate an escalation in the campaign’s sophistication. Proactive reporting to organizations like PhishTank, OpenPhish, or your regional CERT can further aid in disrupting this phishing operation before it inflicts broader damage.
This domain, registered on May 27, 2025, through NICENIC INTERNATIONAL GROUP CO., LIMITED, impersonates the legitimate cryptocurrency exchange Kraken to deceive users into revealing sensitive account credentials or financial data. The site currently resolves to IP address 104.21.67.169, secured with a Google Trust Services SSL certificate to appear authentic. Despite the fraudulent nature of the domain, it remains undetected by any of the 95 VirusTotal vendors, indicating a low initial detection rate that could allow the campaign to persist undetected by automated security tools. The domain has not been listed on any known blocklists, further reducing its observable footprint in threat intelligence feeds as of the time of analysis.
The absence of detections does not imply safety; rather, it highlights the sophisticated nature of modern phishing campaigns, which often leverage newly registered domains and trusted SSL certificates to bypass initial scrutiny. The domain’s registration through NICENIC INTERNATIONAL GROUP CO., LIMITED does not provide immediate red flags, as threat actors frequently exploit legitimate registrars to obscure their identities. The SSL certificate issued by Google Trust Services adds a veneer of legitimacy, tricking users into believing the site is secure and trustworthy. Given the domain’s age (created May 27, 2025) and the lack of proactive blocking, this campaign poses an immediate and credible threat to users seeking to access Kraken’s services, particularly those who may overlook subtle misspellings or unfamiliar domain names.
PhishDestroy recommends immediate action to mitigate the risk posed by krakenmarkets[.]net. Users should avoid interacting with this domain and report it to Kraken’s official support channels and their email providers if encountered. Organizations are advised to update their threat intelligence feeds to include this domain and propagate the block across network defenses, including DNS filtering, firewalls, and endpoint protection platforms. Additionally, Kraken users should verify all links before entering credentials by cross-referencing with Kraken’s official domain (kraken.com) and enabling multi-factor authentication (MFA) wherever possible. Security teams are encouraged to monitor this domain for changes in infrastructure or hosting providers, as such shifts often indicate an escalation in the campaign’s sophistication. Proactive reporting to organizations like PhishTank, OpenPhish, or your regional CERT can further aid in disrupting this phishing operation before it inflicts broader damage.
VirusTotal
0 det.
DNS Security
4/12
URLScan
SSL
Google Trust Services
Age
10 mo
Status
Live
DestroyList
Listed
Network Security Intelligence
DNS Provider Blocks
4 / 12
Threat Response Pipeline
Discovery
Submission
Legal
Takedown
19/21
Pre-emptive Discovery & Ingestion
Global Ecosystem Submission
Legal Notifications & Reporting
Public Transparency & Takedown
Public Blocklist Status
Evidence Capture
Domain Intelligence
Domainkrakenmarkets.net
Registrar
NICENIC INTERNATIONAL GROUP CO., LIMITED 
(CN) · Abuse: abuse@nicenic.net
NICENIC INTERNATIONAL GROUP CO., LIMITED (CN) · Abuse: abuse@nicenic.netIP Address104.21.67.169
RegistrationCreated May 27, 2025 (304d)
Nameserverscash.ns.cloudflare.com · kara.ns.cloudflare.com
SSL CertificateValid · Google Trust Services
First DetectedMar 28, 2026
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Site Performance Analysis
Google PageSpeed Insights — mobile performance audit of krakenmarkets.net · checked Mar 28, 2026
78
Needs Work
Performance
FCP
3.01s
First Contentful Paint
LCP
4.21s
Largest Contentful Paint
CLS
0
Cumulative Layout Shift
TBT
0ms
Total Blocking Time
SI
4.46s
Speed Index
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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.
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About This Report: krakenmarkets.net
This domain security report for krakenmarkets.net is maintained by PhishDestroy's automated threat intelligence pipeline. Our system continuously monitors this domain across 95 security vendors on VirusTotal, 1 public blocklists.
krakenmarkets.net has been listed on PhishDestroy as a suspicious domain. Scanned by 95 security vendors — automated detections may take time to update. PhishDestroy threat analysts continue to monitor this domain.
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Recommendations & Advice for Victims
An estimated $51 billion flowed to illicit crypto wallets in 2024 (source). If you interacted with krakenmarkets.net — 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
krakenmarkets.net) - 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