multichain[.]trade

The domain multichain.trade is a crypto phishing site that targets users involved in cryptocurrency transactions. Although it has 0 detections on VirusTotal, it is already blocked by MetaMask, indicating its potential threat to cryptocurrency users. The domain is hosted in Germany under Hostinger DE and was registered with Gandi SAS.

The site has been taken down, but its early detection highlights the importance of identifying threats before they propagate through antivirus databases. Phishing domains like multichain.trade often exploit the 24-72 hour gap between registration and AV database updates, making early detection crucial in preventing scams.

Despite being offline, multichain.trade was included in three public blocklists, including those maintained by PhishDestroy, MetaMask, and SEAL. The absence of an SSL certificate further underscores its illegitimacy, as legitimate sites typically secure their connections to protect user data. By capturing threats during the pre-detection window, PhishDestroy helps mitigate risks associated with such phishing operations.