staging[.]ht[.]phonhom[.]com
8/91 VT
Active threat
May 03, 2026
RU
+ more
RU
+ more
84
Risk Score
PhishDestroy AI
HIGH
On July 28, 2026 the domain staging[.]ht[.]phonhom[.]com was observed to be actively used in a generic phishing campaign. The domain is registered through GoDaddy.com, LLC and is delegated to DreamHost name servers ns1.dreamhost.com, ns2.dreamhost.com, and ns3.dreamhost.com. An HTTP request to the root URL returns a 301 redirect, indicating that the site forwards visitors to another location rather than serving content directly. The domain appears on one security blocklist and has been explicitly blocked by the PhishDestroy service, confirming that at least one dedicated anti‑phishing platform has identified it as malicious.
VirusTotal analysis reports that eight of ninety‑one scanning engines have flagged the domain, providing independent corroboration of its hostile nature. No additional public intelligence such as a page title, SSL/TLS certificate details, Safe Browsing rating, OTX mentions, or explicit brand targeting is presently available, leaving the exact visual content and intended victim demographic undefined. Infrastructure analysis shows that the use of DreamHost’s DNS infrastructure is common for both legitimate and illicit sites; therefore the presence of the domain on DreamHost name servers does not mitigate the risk. The combination of a permanent redirect response, inclusion on a blocklist, and multiple vendor detections elevates the threat level to high, consistent with the reported risk rating.
The lack of HTTPS support limits the ability to inspect encrypted traffic, and the continued active status despite blocklist placement suggests that the operators are maintaining the domain for ongoing malicious distribution. Defenders should immediately add staging[.]ht[.]phonhom[.]com to URL filtering and DNS sinkhole policies, ensure that network firewalls and secure web gateways reference up‑to‑date threat feeds that include the PhishDestroy block and VirusTotal detections, and monitor for any DNS queries to the associated DreamHost name servers.
VirusTotal analysis reports that eight of ninety‑one scanning engines have flagged the domain, providing independent corroboration of its hostile nature. No additional public intelligence such as a page title, SSL/TLS certificate details, Safe Browsing rating, OTX mentions, or explicit brand targeting is presently available, leaving the exact visual content and intended victim demographic undefined. Infrastructure analysis shows that the use of DreamHost’s DNS infrastructure is common for both legitimate and illicit sites; therefore the presence of the domain on DreamHost name servers does not mitigate the risk. The combination of a permanent redirect response, inclusion on a blocklist, and multiple vendor detections elevates the threat level to high, consistent with the reported risk rating.
The lack of HTTPS support limits the ability to inspect encrypted traffic, and the continued active status despite blocklist placement suggests that the operators are maintaining the domain for ongoing malicious distribution. Defenders should immediately add staging[.]ht[.]phonhom[.]com to URL filtering and DNS sinkhole policies, ensure that network firewalls and secure web gateways reference up‑to‑date threat feeds that include the PhishDestroy block and VirusTotal detections, and monitor for any DNS queries to the associated DreamHost name servers.
VirusTotal
8 det.
SSL
Let's Encrypt
Observed status
Active threat 301
DestroyList
Listed
Data coverage
VirusTotal
8 / 91
URLQuery
no detections
OTX
no pulses
CF Radar
no data
URLScan
not submitted
DNS blocks
none
SSL
valid, 78d
WHOIS
not parsed
Screenshot
not captured
Redirect chain
not probed
Threat Response Pipeline
Discovery
Checks
Reports
Availability
6/8
Pre-emptive Discovery & Ingestion
Threat Intelligence Checks
Notification Records
Publication & Availability
Public Blocklist Status
Domain Intelligence
Domainstaging.ht.phonhom.com
Registrar (base domain)
GoDaddy
(US)
(US)
IP Address
185.149.120.183
HTTP Status301 Moved Permanently
Technical detailsDNS, SSL SANs, timestamps
First DetectedMay 03, 2026
Nameservers["ns1.dreamhost.com","ns2.dreamhost.com","ns3.dreamhost.com"]
TLS Fingerprintff891eac8704ee011417eb90a80ea6d938245588…
Report This Domain
Submit evidence & help protect others
VirusTotal Analysis
8 / 91 security vendors flagged this domain
View on VT
BitDefender
CyRadar
ESET
G-Data
Kaspersky
Sophos
VIPRE
Webroot
Site Performance Analysis
Google PageSpeed Insights — mobile performance audit of staging.ht.phonhom.com · checked Jul 28, 2026
100
Good
Performance
FCP
0.79s
First Contentful Paint
LCP
0.79s
Largest Contentful Paint
CLS
0
Cumulative Layout Shift
TBT
0ms
Total Blocking Time
SI
0.83s
Speed Index
Powered by Google PageSpeed Insights · Mobile strategy · Scores: 90-100 Good 50-89 Needs Work 0-49 Poor
Evidence & External Reports
Security Analysis
ChainPatrol
OSINT & Intelligence
Web-Check DNS & Network
SEO & Domain
Report
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.
Chainabuse
Report crypto wallet address, transaction, or phishing URL
FBI IC3
Report internet crime (US)
Europol
Report cybercrime (EU)
Action Fraud
Report fraud & cyber crime (UK)
SEAL-ISAC
Security Alliance — crypto threat intelligence
Domain Appeal
Contest this listing if false positive
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 →
Report to Your Local Authorities
Select your country to get official cybercrime contacts, or generate an AI-powered complaint →
Select your country...
180+ countries
Zero-PII — your data never leaves the browser
AI writes in your language
Related Domain Reports
Other Domains on 185.149.120.183 6 phishing domains
This IP hosts multiple phishing domains — infrastructure shared across campaigns
More Domains at GoDaddy 6 flagged
protocol-rp.com About This Report: staging.ht.phonhom.com
This report presents the latest stored evidence available to PhishDestroy. Source timestamps are shown where available; availability and vendor verdicts can change after collection.
staging.ht.phonhom.com has been flagged by 8 security vendors as of July 28, 2026.
If you believe this listing is inaccurate, you can submit an appeal. For more information about our methodology, visit our FAQ page.
Check Any Domain
Threat analysis using stored blocklist, WHOIS, DNS, and public scan evidence
Scan NowReport Phishing
Submit suspicious domains to our threat database — protect the community
ReportLive Threat Feed
Recent phishing reports and observed availability changes
MonitorStay Informed, Stay Safe
Monitor live threats or contest this listing if you believe it's a false positive
Recommendations & Advice for Victims
An estimated $51 billion flowed to illicit crypto wallets in 2024 (source). If you interacted with staging.ht.phonhom.com — 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
staging.ht.phonhom.com) - 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