dmca-check[.]ink

The domain dmca-check.ink is identified as a high-risk phishing site specializing in fraudulent DMCA verification scams. Analysis indicates it is actively impersonating legitimate copyright enforcement services to deceive users into submitting sensitive information or executing malicious actions. The domain currently remains operational and poses a direct threat to individuals and organizations handling digital content disputes. Infrastructure analysis reveals the domain was registered on June 16, 2026, through NICENIC INTERNATIONAL GROUP CO., LIMITED. It resolves to the IP address 188.114.97.3 and is flagged by 10 of 95 security vendors on VirusTotal, including multiple phishing and malicious site classifications. The SSL certificate is issued by Google Trust Services, which while legitimate, is frequently exploited by threat actors to lend credibility to fraudulent domains. No legitimate DMCA verification services are associated with this infrastructure, and the page title 'Just a moment...' suggests the use of evasion techniques to delay detection or analysis. Current status confirms the domain remains active and continues to host phishing content. Organizations and individuals are advised to block traffic to and from 188.114.97.3 and dmca-check.ink at the network perimeter. Security teams should update endpoint protection rules to include this domain and IP in threat intelligence feeds. Users encountering this domain should avoid interaction, report it to their security operations center, and verify any DMCA-related communications through official channels only. Proactive monitoring for similar domains using the same registrar or IP range is recommended to mitigate further exposure.