Globalsources.com - Adware Distributor or Trusted Website?
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Globalsources.com Adware distributor

October 11, 2025 at 10:16 AM
Adware distributor
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Globalsources → Safety Check

First checked 5 months ago
Adware distributor
Content analysis not available
Method: automated checks.
Reputation footprint:
High traffic ranking (#10,731)

How we scored globalsources.com

SSL Certificate:
Issued by Thawte TLS RSA CA G1 on July 23, 2025. Valid for: 13 months (TLS 1.3)
Positive signals
  • Long Term SSL Certificate
  • Popular Site
  • Established Domain
Risk indicators
  • Scam - Risk
  • Low Trustpilot Score
  • Blacklisted
1 /100
Trust Score
29.4 years
Domain Age
#10,731
Global Rank
US
Location
0
Site is not warned
Last checked October 11, 2025 at 10:16 AM by Gridinsoft Trust Model v2.2.7

What is Globalsources?

Globalsources.com operates as a browser hijacker implementing adware distribution mechanisms. The platform modifies default search engine configurations and redirects search queries to attacker-controlled infrastructure, enabling monetization through intrusive advertising campaigns including pop-ups, banners, and other unwanted content.

To maintain data security and system integrity, conduct comprehensive anti-malware scanning and exercise heightened caution when encountering similar threat vectors.

This domain was registered 29 years ago through the company Network Solutions, LLC and owner is unknown.

For complaint:
  1. Email: [email protected]
  2. Phone: +1.8777228662

Is globalsources.com safe?

— Unfortunately, not likely.

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

As of October 11, 2025, Globalsources.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 adware distributor. Our detection system has found multiple risk indicators, and we recommend avoiding this website.

Why is globalsources.com marked "Adware distributor"?

Gridinsoft evaluates globalsources.com, focusing on suspicious content indicators (Scam - Risk, Low Trustpilot Score, 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.

Globalsources Digital Footprints

Scam - Risk

Security analysis of globalsources.com has identified multiple indicators consistent with fraudulent websites, suggesting elevated risk of scam activities or malicious operations.

Long Term SSL Certificate

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

Popular Site

Traffic analysis indicates globalsources.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.

Low Trustpilot Score

globalsources.com has a low Trustpilot score (1.9) based on 60 reviews, indicating a low level of trust from customers. It is a bad sign of legitimacy!

Established Domain

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

Blacklisted

Gridinsoft Internet Security classified globalsources.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
Adware distributor
October 11, 2025 at 10:16 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
29.4 years
Registrar Network Solutions, LLC
Top Level Domain
.com
Generic TLD
Nameservers frawsns.globalsources.com
hkawsns.globalsources.com
ns.globalsources.com
nscn1.globalsources.com
usawsns.globalsources.com

Technical Details

IP Address 107.154.201.39
Hosting Provider
AS19551 Incapsula Inc
San Mateo, US
Global Rank
#10,731
DNS Records 45.60.94.39 A
107.154.201.39 A
cluster6a.us.messagelabs.com MX
cluster6.us.messagelabs.com MX
mars.globalsources.com SOA

Security Analysis

Detection Signatures:
Scam - Risk Long Term SSL Certificate Popular Site Low Trustpilot Score 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.

Google Verification Sophos Microsoft 365 Token 2y6ladga GlobalSign
TXT
_thzcd1fye8swww130y5snevoz4lw6o9
SPF
v=spf1 include:spfa.globalsources.com include:spfb.globalsources.co...
Threat actors responsible for adware distribution deploy unwanted advertising software that compromises system performance and user privacy through unauthorized data collection for targeted advertising campaigns.

How popular is this website?

Popularity
10 731
+74
Globalsources.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.

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

Globalsources.com blocked? Check the safety report created on October 11, 2025

How to block Globalsources.com?

Gridinsoft has the capability to block globalsources.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 "globalsources.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 "globalsources.com" and click Add button.

Now this domain should appear in your Ignore List.

Are You the Owner?

If you own Globalsources.com, 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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