started-live-desktop[.]wixstudio[.]com

PhishDestroy identifies started-live-desktop.wixstudio.com as an active phishing domain under investigation for hosting a counterfeit desktop login page designed to harvest user credentials. The threat level is classified as under_investigation, indicating confirmed malicious intent pending further classification. The domain leverages WixStudio’s hosting infrastructure to mimic a legitimate desktop environment, tricking users into submitting sensitive login details. This domain exhibits multiple red flags across security platforms. VirusTotal currently reports 4 out of 95 antivirus engines detecting malicious activity, highlighting its evasion tactics. The domain resolves to IP address 34.144.206.118, which is associated with cloud hosting services often exploited by threat actors. The SSL certificate issued by Let’s Encrypt suggests an attempt to appear legitimate, though this does not guarantee safety. No historical data on registrar or creation date is available in public sources, which may indicate recent registration or obfuscation efforts. The domain has not yet been listed on major blocklists, but its low detection rate and active phishing behavior warrant immediate caution. Mitigation for this threat involves immediate avoidance of the domain and any linked login portals. Users who may have entered credentials should change passwords immediately and enable multi-factor authentication on all related accounts. Organizations should block access to 34.144.206.118 at the network level and report the domain to browser blocklists and security vendors. Continuous monitoring is recommended, as this domain may escalate to higher-risk classifications if further malicious activity is detected. Users should verify the authenticity of login pages through official channels before submitting credentials.