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October 13, 2025 at 4:28 AM
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First checked 11 months ago
Malware Distributor
Website content analyzed
Method: automated checks + analyst review.
Reputation footprint:
High traffic ranking (#41,484)
Exploit-db.com
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How we scored exploit-db.com

On-page:
Cybersecurity, Guides, Microsoft Software, Bootstrap Framework, Google Tag Manager
SSL Certificate:
Issued by Starfield Secure Certificate Authority - G2 on August 19, 2025. Valid for: 3 months (TLS 1.3)
Positive signals
  • Cookie Consent
  • Social Media Links
  • Popular Site
  • Established Domain
Risk indicators
  • Blacklisted by Security Providers
  • Blacklisted
1 /100
Trust Score
15.9 years
Domain Age
#41,484
Global Rank
US
Location
3
Site is warned
Last checked October 13, 2025 at 4:28 AM by Gridinsoft Trust Model v2.2.7

Exploit Database is a website that provides exploits for penetration testers, researchers, and ethical hackers. It offers exploits, shellcode, 0days, remote exploits, local exploits, web apps, vulnerability reports, security articles, tutorials, and more.

What is Exploit-db?

Exploit-db.com 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.

This domain was registered 15 years ago through the company Gandi SAS and had the owner 1f8f4166599d23ee. Complaint contact not found.

Is exploit-db.com safe?

— Unfortunately, not likely.

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

As of October 13, 2025, Exploit-db.com has a very low trust score of 1/100 according to our algorithm. 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 exploit-db.com marked "Malware Distributor"?

Gridinsoft evaluates exploit-db.com, focusing on suspicious content indicators (Blacklisted by Security Providers, Blacklisted), hosting technology and infrastructure, SSL certificate status, website reputation across multiple databases. We weigh these indicators to calculate the trust score.

Exploit-db Digital Footprints

Cybersecurity
Guides
Microsoft Software
Cookie Consent

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

Bootstrap Framework

exploit-db.com 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 exploit-db.com 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.

Blacklisted by Security Providers

Security Alert: The website exploit-db.com has been flagged as malicious by multiple reputable security providers. These systems have identified potential threats, including malware distribution, phishing attempts, and other harmful activities. When several security engines report such risks, it indicates a serious security concern that may compromise user data, install malware, or enable fraudulent activity. For further details, please refer to the Warning Summary section.

Popular Site

Traffic analysis indicates exploit-db.com 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.

Established Domain

The domain has maintained active status for an extended period, indicating operational stability and established web presence. This longevity for exploit-db.com suggests legitimate business operations and sustained user engagement over time.

Blacklisted

Gridinsoft Internet Security classified exploit-db.com as unsafe.

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

1 / 100
Malware Distributor
October 13, 2025 at 4:28 AM

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

Domain Age
15.9 years
Organization Offensive Security
Registrar Gandi SAS
Top Level Domain
.com
Generic TLD
Nameservers ns-108-b.gandi.net
ns-39-c.gandi.net
ns-93-a.gandi.net

Technical Details

IP Address 192.124.249.13
Hosting Provider
AS30148 Sucuri
Menifee, US
Global Rank
#41,484
Primary Language
DNS Records 192.124.249.13 A
letsencrypt.org CAA
mailto:[email protected] CAA
godaddy.com CAA
alt2.aspmx.l.google.com MX
aspmx.l.google.com MX
alt1.aspmx.l.google.com MX
aspmx2.googlemail.com MX
aspmx3.googlemail.com MX
ns1.gandi.net SOA

Content Analysis

Original website content:

Exploit Database - Exploits for Penetration Testers, Researchers, and Ethical Hackers

The Exploit Database - Exploits, Shellcode, 0days, Remote Exploits, Local Exploits, Web Apps, Vulnerability Reports, Security Articles, Tutorials and more.

Mentioned hosts (21):
www.vulnhub.com exploit-db.com consent.cookiebot.com github.com www.googletagmanager.com consentcdn.cookiebot.com www.exploit-db.com stats.g.doubleclick.net www.google-analytics.com www.kali.org +11 more
cybersecurity vulnerability exploit security research

Security Analysis

Detection Signatures:

These signatures are used to generate the security fingerprint below.

Cybersecurity Guides Microsoft Software Cookie Consent Bootstrap Framework Google Tag Manager Social Media Links Blacklisted by Security Providers Popular Site Established Domain Blacklisted
Verified Services:

This domain has been verified by the following legitimate services and organizations, confirming authentic ownership and proper email security configuration.

SPF
v=spf1 a mx include:aspmx.googlemail.com include:_spf.google.com ~all
Security Fingerprint:

Unique identifier based on site analysis

friend-georgia-arizona-edward
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.

Offensive Security

Offensive Security is a cybersecurity company that provides various security services and products.

How popular is this website?

Popularity
41 484
-77
Exploit-db.com 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.

AutoShun
Malicious
Sophos
Malware
alphaMountain.ai
⚠️ Not recommended
BitDefender
Clean
CRDF
Clean
Google Safebrowsing
Clean
Phishing Database
Clean
Netcraft
Clean
Criminal IP
Clean
OpenPhish
Clean
ESET
Clean
CyRadar
Clean

Exploit-db.com blocked? Check the safety report created on October 13, 2025

How to block Exploit-db.com?

Gridinsoft has the capability to block exploit-db.com 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 "exploit-db.com" 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 "exploit-db.com" and click Add button.

Now this domain should appear in your Ignore List.

Are You the Owner?

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