multiplier-aave[.]co

PhishDestroy investigated the domain multiplier-aave.co, which was identified as a brand impersonation phishing threat targeting the Aave decentralized finance protocol. This domain was created on May 23, 2026, and resolved to IP address 188.114.96.3. The page title displayed only "Loading…", suggesting a fake login or crypto drainer kit designed to steal user credentials or cryptocurrency assets. The domain was registered with an unknown registrar and used a Let's Encrypt SSL certificate (E7), which is common among phishing sites due to its free and automated issuance.

Technical indicators show that VirusTotal flagged this domain with a score of 1 out of 95 security vendors, meaning only one vendor identified it as malicious. AlienVault OTX reported it in one threat intelligence pulse, and the domain appeared on three security blocklists. Despite the low detection rate, the domain was actively impersonating Aave, a major DeFi brand, making it a credible threat to users. Google Safe Browsing status was not provided, but the domain's inclusion in blocklists suggests it was actively monitored by security communities.

Currently, multiplier-aave.co is offline, indicating that the hosting provider or domain registrar has taken action to suspend the site. However, the risk remains that similar domains may appear under different names or IP addresses. Users are advised to always verify URLs by visiting the official Aave website directly and to avoid clicking on links from unsolicited messages. PhishDestroy recommends using browser extensions that block known phishing domains and enabling two-factor authentication on all crypto-related accounts. If you have interacted with this domain, immediately revoke any permissions granted and transfer funds to a secure wallet.