echallengerez[.]pro

The domain echallengerez.pro has been identified as a brand impersonation threat targeting Celer, a known blockchain infrastructure provider. Analysis indicates the domain was actively used to mimic legitimate Celer branding, likely to deceive users into engaging with fraudulent content. The domain is currently offline, but prior activity warrants further scrutiny. Infrastructure analysis reveals the domain was flagged by 13 of 95 security vendors on VirusTotal, indicating a high-confidence malicious classification. It resolved to the IP address 79.110.49.117 and was registered through Virtuo_Networks_France_SAS (ASN: 399486). The domain appears on one security blocklist and holds a Gridinsoft trust score of 0/100, further confirming its malicious nature. The page title, "Global | eSports and Gaming Community," was likely used as a lure to attract victims under the guise of a gaming-related platform. At present, echallengerez.pro is offline, reducing immediate risk. However, organizations should proactively block the domain and its associated IP (79.110.49.117) at the network perimeter to prevent potential re-emergence. Security teams are advised to monitor for related domains registered under the same ASN (399486) and to review logs for prior connections to the IP. End-users should be educated on recognizing brand impersonation tactics, particularly those targeting blockchain or gaming communities.