Hongkiat.com Reviews: Phishing, Legit or Safe Check
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Hongkiat.com Phishing

July 12, 2024 at 6:40 AM
Phishing
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Risky Territory
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Hongkiat → Safety Check

First checked 1 year ago
Phishing
Website content analyzed
Method: automated checks.
Reputation footprint:
High traffic ranking (#21,598)

How we scored hongkiat.com

On-page:
Wordpress Platform
SSL Certificate:
SSL information not available
Last checked July 12, 2024 at 6:40 AM by Gridinsoft Trust Model v1.8.2

What is Hongkiat?

Hongkiat.com operates a phishing platform designed to steal sensitive personal information, such as login credentials and financial data, through social engineering tactics.

The platform uses deceptive techniques, including fraudulent emails, fake websites, and misleading messages, to impersonate trusted entities and trick users into disclosing personal details.

This domain was registered 19 years ago through the company NAMECHEAP INC and had the owner Privacy service provided by Withheld for Privacy ehf.

For complaint:
  1. Email: [email protected]
  2. Phone: +1.9854014545

Is hongkiat.com safe?

— Unfortunately, not likely.

🚨 Gridinsoft blocks this website because it was classified as phishing.

As of July 12, 2024, Hongkiat.com has a very low trust score of 21/100 according to our algorithm. Through the security analysis, it has been identified as a potential phishing. Our detection system has found multiple risk indicators, and we recommend avoiding this website.

Why is hongkiat.com marked "Phishing"?

Gridinsoft evaluates hongkiat.com, focusing on hidden ownership details, hosting technology and infrastructure, SSL certificate status, website reputation across multiple databases. We weigh these indicators to calculate the trust score.

Our analyzer determines that website hongkiat.com is using WordPress CMS. WordPress is the most popular content management system, powering over 43% of websites globally.

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.

Security Risk Detected

21 / 100
Phishing
July 12, 2024 at 6:40 AM

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

Domain Information

Domain Age
19.5 years
Registrant
Privacy service provided b...
Privacy Protected
Registrar NAMECHEAP INC
Top Level Domain
.com
Generic TLD

Technical Details

IP Address 134.209.54.118
Hosting Provider
AS14061 DigitalOcean, LLC
Santa Clara, US
Global Rank
#21,598

Content Analysis

Original website content:

Technology, Design, and Inspiration - Hongkiat

At Hongkiat, we cover helpful tips and tutorials for web designers, developers, freelance web workers, and the novice users.

Security Analysis

Detection Signatures:
Wordpress Platform
Verified Services:

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

Ahrefs Google Verification
SPF
v=spf1 ip4:134.209.54.118 include:_spf.google.com ~all
Phishing operations employ social engineering techniques to deceive users into revealing sensitive information including login credentials, financial data, or personal information through fraudulent communications impersonating trusted entities.

How popular is this website?

Popularity
21 598
+732
Hongkiat.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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How to block Hongkiat.com?

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

Now this domain should appear in your Ignore List.

Are You the Owner?

If you own Hongkiat.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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Your score for hongkiat.com
21
points /100
The score is based on a 1-100 scale, with 100 being the most reputable.

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