zkshining[.]xyz
Domain Security & Threat Intelligence Report“zkShining - Zero-Knowledge Privacy Infrastructure for Solana”
2/95 VT
Active threat
May 17, 2026
1 Blocklist
Solana
Impersonation
US
+ more
US
+ more
2/95 VT vendors
1 blocklist
Targets Solana
63
Risk Score
PhishDestroy AI
HIGH
PhishDestroy identifies zkshining[.]xyz as an active crypto drainer domain designed to deceive users into connecting cryptocurrency wallets and approving malicious transactions. This domain mimics legitimate crypto service providers to trick victims into signing transactions that drain digital assets directly from connected wallets. The threat actor behind this campaign leverages social engineering tactics, often disseminated through fake airdrop announcements, fraudulent NFT mint pages, or impersonated exchange interfaces, to lure cryptocurrency users into interacting with the malicious site. Once a user connects their wallet and approves a transaction, the drainer silently transfers funds to attacker-controlled addresses without further user interaction, exploiting the irreversible nature of blockchain transactions. This domain was flagged by PhishDestroy with a high-risk assessment based on multiple indicators of compromise. VirusTotal analysis reveals that only 2 out of 95 security vendors currently detect zkshining[.]xyz as malicious, indicating a low initial detection rate that may allow the threat to evade some security measures. The domain resolves to IP address 216.198.79.1 and was registered through Spaceship, Inc. on November 02, 2025, a suspiciously recent creation date that suggests this campaign is part of a short-lived operation designed to avoid long-term scrutiny. The presence of a Let's Encrypt SSL certificate does not indicate legitimacy, as threat actors frequently abuse free certificate authorities to enhance the appearance of authenticity. The low VirusTotal detection rate combined with recent registration and hosting on a single IP address creates an elevated risk profile for this domain. Users who have visited zkshining[.]xyz should immediately disconnect their cryptocurrency wallets from the site and revoke any token approvals that may have been granted during the visit. Check wallet transaction histories for unauthorized transfers and report any suspicious activity to both the wallet provider and relevant cryptocurrency exchange platforms. Consider transferring remaining assets to a new wallet with a different seed phrase to prevent potential future exploitation. Implement enhanced security measures such as hardware wallet usage, multi-signature setups, and transaction simulation tools to detect malicious contract interactions before approval. Monitor security forums and threat intelligence feeds for updates on this campaign as additional indicators emerge. Report this domain to your antivirus provider and consider blocking the IP address 216.198.79.1 at the network level to prevent further exposure.
VirusTotal
2 det.
URLScan
Gridinsoft
19/100
SSL
Let's Encrypt
Age
7 mo
Status
Live 200
DestroyList
Listed
Data coverage
VirusTotal
2 / 95
URLQuery
no detections
OTX
no pulses
CF Radar
clean
URLScan
report ready
DNS blocks
none
SSL
valid, 67d
WHOIS
7 mo old
Screenshot
not captured
Redirect chain
2 hops
Gridinsoft
19/100
Threat Response Pipeline
Discovery
Submission
Legal
Takedown
18/20
Pre-emptive Discovery & Ingestion
Global Ecosystem Submission
Legal Notifications & Reporting
Public Transparency & Takedown
Public Blocklist Status
Evidence Capture
Live Snapshot
2026-05-17 12:22 UTC
Malicious · 2/95 engines
IP: 216.198.79.1
Spaceship, Inc.
Spaceship, Inc. 196d old
Let's Encrypt
Domain Intelligence
Domainzkshining.xyz
Registrar
Spaceship
(US)
(US)
IP Address
216.198.79.1
RegistrationCreated Nov 02, 2025 (196d)
HTTP Status200
Technical detailsDNS, SSL SANs, timestamps
First DetectedMay 17, 2026
Nameserverslaunch1.spaceship.netlaunch2.spaceship.net
TLS Fingerprintbde85075c3ea78bc9903823d71de2050d9daca6e…
Favicon Hash
Related Campaign Members · 8 sharing fingerprint
Other tracked phishing domains sharing this site’s infrastructure fingerprint:
Spaceship, Inc.
Solana
— suggests a coordinated kit / operator cluster.
Technologies · 2 identified
Vercel
PaaS
Vercel is a cloud platform for static frontends and serverless functions.
vercel.com 100% confidence
HSTS
Security
HTTP Strict Transport Security (HSTS) informs browsers that the site should only be accessed using HTTPS.
www.rfc-editor.org 100% confidence
Detected via Cloudflare Radar · Wappalyzer engine
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VirusTotal Analysis
2 / 95 security vendors flagged this domain
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alphaMountain.ai
Forcepoint ThreatSeeker
Site Performance Analysis
Google PageSpeed Insights — mobile performance audit of zkshining.xyz · checked May 17, 2026
78
Needs Work
Performance
FCP
3.64s
First Contentful Paint
LCP
3.79s
Largest Contentful Paint
CLS
0
Cumulative Layout Shift
TBT
0ms
Total Blocking Time
SI
4.9s
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
OSINT & Intelligence
SEO & Domain
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Were You Affected by This Site?
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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.
Chainabuse
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FBI IC3
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Europol
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Action Fraud
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Security Alliance — crypto threat intelligence
Domain Appeal
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mogonsol.lat About This Report: zkshining.xyz
This domain security report for zkshining.xyz is maintained by PhishDestroy's automated threat intelligence pipeline. Our system continuously monitors this domain across 95 security vendors on VirusTotal, 1 public blocklists.
The site displays a page titled “zkShining - Zero-Knowledge Privacy Infrastructure for Solana”, which may be designed to impersonate Solana.
zkshining.xyz has been flagged by 2 security vendors as of May 17, 2026.
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Recommendations & Advice for Victims
An estimated $51 billion flowed to illicit crypto wallets in 2024 (source). If you interacted with zkshining.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
zkshining.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