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Abuse.ch Malware Distributor

October 1, 2025 at 6:47 PM
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Abuse → Safety Check

First checked 3 months ago
Malware Distributor
Website content analyzed
Method: automated checks.
Reputation footprint:
High traffic ranking (#19,264)
Abuse.ch
Captured Image: Desktop View as for 2025-10-01 21:47:58

How we scored abuse.ch

On-page:
Cybersecurity, Bootstrap Framework, Google Tag Manager, AI-generated Text
SSL Certificate:
Issued by GlobalSign Atlas R3 DV TLS CA 2025 Q1 on February 5, 2025. Valid for: 13 months (TLS 1.2)
Positive signals
  • Cookie Consent
  • Social Media Links
  • Long Term SSL Certificate
  • Popular Site
and 1 more…
Risk indicators
  • Blacklisted
69 /100
Trust Score
#19,264
Global Rank
US
Location
0
Site is not warned
Last checked October 1, 2025 at 6:47 PM by Gridinsoft Trust Model v2.2.6

What is Abuse?

Abuse.ch distributes malware that infects computers and steals personal information.

The site tricks people into downloading harmful programs by disguising them as legitimate software, games, or useful files. Once installed, this malware can steal passwords and personal data, lock files and demand ransom payments (ransomware), spy on activities and record keystrokes, damage computer systems, or use computers for illegal activities.

This site makes malicious downloads look completely safe and legitimate.

Is abuse.ch safe?

— Unfortunately, not likely.

🚨 Gridinsoft blocks this website because it was classified as malware distributor.

As of October 1, 2025, Abuse.ch has a moderate trust score of 69/100 according to our algorithm, indicating a medium risk level. Through the security analysis, it has been identified as a potential malware distributor. Our detection system has found multiple risk indicators, and we recommend avoiding this website.

Why is abuse.ch marked "Malware Distributor"?

Gridinsoft evaluates abuse.ch, focusing on suspicious content indicators (Blacklisted), hosting technology and infrastructure, SSL certificate status, website reputation across multiple databases. We weigh these indicators to calculate the trust score.

Note: Automated systems are not perfect — while the evidence suggests risk, there is still a chance the site is legitimate. We recommend you check the website using detailed analysis or by contacting the company directly through verified channels.

Abuse Digital Footprints

Cybersecurity
Cookie Consent

The website implements cookie consent mechanisms in compliance with privacy regulations such as GDPR or CCPA. This demonstrates that abuse.ch adheres to data protection standards and provides users with control over personal data collection practices.

Bootstrap Framework

abuse.ch uses Bootstrap, a widely-adopted open-source framework for responsive web development. Bootstrap enables efficient creation of mobile-friendly interfaces through standardized components and styling.

Google Tag Manager

The abuse.ch website uses Google Tag Manager to add and update tracking tags on its website.

Social Media Links

The presence of social media links on the website indicates that it maintains official accounts on social media, which is a positive sign of credibility and engagement.

Long Term SSL Certificate

The SSL certificate for abuse.ch is valid for more than 6 months, indicating a long-term commitment to security and trust.

AI-generated Text

Content analysis suggests the website utilizes AI-generated text for primary content creation. While AI-generated content is not inherently problematic, it may indicate rapid website development without thorough editorial review. Based on security research, websites with extensive AI-generated content may correlate with reduced trustworthiness due to minimal human oversight in content creation.

Popular Site

Traffic analysis indicates abuse.ch receives substantial visitor volume, suggesting widespread user adoption and active utilization. High traffic levels generally correlate with legitimate operations and established user trust, though verification of traffic sources remains advisable.

Blacklisted

Gridinsoft Internet Security classified abuse.ch as unsafe.

High Trust Score
Color Guide

  • Requires special attention: Indicates areas with potential risks or issues that need careful review.

  • Positive indicators: Highlights trusted elements or reliable features that enhance user confidence.

  • Exercise caution: Signals areas where user data is involved or points that may require additional care.

  • Neutral: Provides information without indicating risk or reliability, serving as general context only.

Security Risk Detected

69 / 100
Malware Distributor
October 1, 2025 at 6:47 PM

Security Advisory: This website poses potential security risks. Please exercise caution when browsing.

This security assessment is based on automated analysis and community feedback. The score is based on a 1-100 scale, with 100 being the most reputable.

Domain Information

Top Level Domain
.ch
Country Code TLD
Domain Name Abuse.ch
WHOIS data not available
Registration details are private or not accessible for this domain.

Technical Details

IP Address 151.101.66.49
Hosting Provider
AS54113 Fastly, Inc.
San Francisco, US
Global Rank
#19,264
Primary Language
DNS Records A 151.101.130.49 (TTL: 60s)
A 151.101.194.49 (TTL: 60s)
A 151.101.66.49 (TTL: 60s)
A 151.101.2.49 (TTL: 60s)

Content Analysis

Original website content:

abuse.ch | Fighting malware and botnets

abuse.ch | Fighting malware and botnets

Security Analysis

Detection Signatures:
Cybersecurity Cookie Consent Bootstrap Framework Google Tag Manager Social Media Links Long Term SSL Certificate AI-generated Text Popular Site Blacklisted High Trust Score

These signatures are used to generate the security fingerprint below.

Security Fingerprint
charlie-don-mango-california
Unique identifier based on site analysis
Malware distribution platforms actively deploy malicious software including viruses, trojans, ransomware, and other harmful payloads designed to compromise system integrity, steal sensitive data, or cause operational damage to target systems.

How popular is this website?

Popularity
19 264
-648
Abuse.ch ranks within the top 50,000, attracting a sizable user base. Cybercriminals may exploit its popularity through phishing or malware injections, though such sites often have stronger defenses in place.

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Warning Summary

This section provides a detailed breakdown of security warnings from multiple trusted sources.

We gather verdicts from a range of security providers to assess the safety of the site. If any of these sources flag the site as potentially harmful, it will be marked with a warning. Each entry includes the source and their findings, allowing you to see the different assessments. This transparency ensures you have all the information needed to evaluate the site's risk.

If no warnings are issued, the site is considered safe based on the analysis from all checked sources. For more details, please review the individual findings below.

BitDefender
Clean
CRDF
Clean
Google Safebrowsing
Clean
Phishing Database
Clean
Netcraft
Clean
Criminal IP
Clean
OpenPhish
Clean
ESET
Clean
CyRadar
Clean
Sophos
Clean

Abuse.ch blocked? Check the safety report created on October 1, 2025

How to block Abuse.ch?

Gridinsoft has the capability to block abuse.ch domain without requiring further user intervention.

  1. Start by downloading Gridinsoft Anti-Malware to your computer.
  2. Double-click on the gsam-en-install.exe file and follow the on-screen instructions to install the program.
  3. Once the installation of Gridinsoft Anti-Malware is complete, the program will open on the Scan screen.
  4. Click on the "Standard Scan" button.
  5. After the scanning process is finished, click on "Clean Now" to remove any detected threats.
  6. If prompted, restart your system to complete the removal process.

Exclusion

If you wish to visit a blocked "abuse.ch" and exclude it from being blocked, you can add it to the exclusions list. Here's how to do it:

  1. Open Gridinsoft Anti-Malware;
  2. Click the Tools tab;
  3. Click the Ignore List;
  4. Click the Internet vertical tab and press "Add...";
  5. Enter "abuse.ch" and click Add button.

Now this domain should appear in your Ignore List.

Are You the Owner?

If you own Abuse.ch, we'd love to hear from you. If you'd like to challenge the trust score assigned, we're happy to take a closer look. You can write to us legal(at)gridinsoft.com. However, please be prepared to provide proof of your business's legitimacy. Introduce yourself with your real name. Please note, we never charge website owners for reviews or reconsideration requests. For more information, please review our Disclaimer.

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The score is based on a 1-100 scale, with 100 being the most reputable.
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