Malware Distributor
This site is classified as Malware Distributor based on multiple risk signals, including 2 blacklist detections and no established public user-review history.
Figure 1.
Website screenshot for Theduke.de.
2026-08-20 23:57:36
multiple malware or phishing blacklist detections (2)
a low third-party reputation score
limited independent reputation data
Positive signals:
multi-language support
Context signals:
content related to online shopping and ecommerce
Last checked August 20, 2026 at 8:57 PM by
Gridinsoft Trust Model v2.5.2
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What is Theduke?
Theduke.de is linked to malware distribution. The typical pattern is a file presented as a normal installer, update, crack, or document tool.
After execution, payloads may steal saved credentials, inject browser scripts, deploy spyware, or drop ransomware components. Damage often happens silently before users notice obvious symptoms.
Do not run executables from this source. If you already did, disconnect the device from sensitive accounts and start incident-response checks immediately.
and ownership information is not publicly available.
Complaint contact not found.
Is theduke.de safe?
— Unfortunately, not likely.
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Gridinsoft blocks this website because it was classified as malware distributor.
theduke.de has a blacklist warning and a 10/100 trust score. Verify the site identity before use and avoid sending sensitive or payment data.
Why is theduke.de marked "Malware Distributor"?
Gridinsoft evaluates theduke.de, focusing on limited website popularity, suspicious content indicators (Blacklisted), hosting technology and infrastructure, SSL certificate status, website reputation across multiple databases, customer reviews from various independent platforms. 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.
A structured view of the site's detected themes, page signals, and related online footprint elements.
Shopping
This site shows e-commerce functionality, including product listings, cart flow, and checkout-related elements.
Uses Free eCommerce Engine
This website utilizes free e-commerce platform solutions, which may indicate cost-conscious operations but could also suggest limitations in security features, customer support, or advanced functionality compared to enterprise-grade solutions.
Wordpress Platform
Our analyzer determines that website theduke.de is using WordPress CMS. WordPress is the most popular content management system, powering over 43% of websites globally.
Multilanguage
The website provides multi-language support, demonstrating international accessibility and commitment to diverse user populations. Multi-language implementation typically indicates professional development standards and global operational scope, representing a positive trust indicator.
SEO Optimization
This website employs search engine optimization (SEO) techniques to improve its visibility and ranking in search engine results pages (SERPs).
jQuery Library
Elementor Website Builder
Vue.js Framework
Webpack Module Bundler
Long Term SSL Certificate
The SSL certificate for theduke.de is valid for more than 6 months, indicating a long-term commitment to security and trust.
Listed by Gridinsoft
Gridinsoft Internet Security classified this site as unsafe. As a VirusTotal partner, our detections contribute to broader protection across tools and browsers.
This section shows what independent external security sources say about this site.
A warning appears when one or more sources report malware, phishing, abuse, or other safety concerns. Each row shows the source and its verdict.
If no source reports a warning, the site is shown as clear in this section.
Antiy-AVL
Malicious
Emsisoft
Malware
External provider results for Theduke.de, last checked August 17, 2026.
— VirusTotal
Domain Information
UpdatedSeptember 24, 2021 at 10:25 AM
Domain StatusConnect
Top Level Domain.deCountry Code TLD
Domain NameTheduke.de
Registration details are private or not accessible for this domain.
Technical Details
HTTP status301
IP Address217.160.0.111
Hostname217-160-0-111.elastic-ssl.ui-r.com
Hosting ProviderAS8560 IONOS SEFrankfurt am Main, Hesse, DE
SSL CertificateSectigo Public Server Authentication CA DV R36TLS 1.3 · Valid for: 13 months · from September 15, 2025 at 12:00 AM · to September 29, 2026 at 11:59 PM
Name Serversns1033.ui-dns.de ns1052.ui-dns.biz ns1074.ui-dns.com ns1080.ui-dns.org
Content Analysis
Website titleStartseite - The Duke - Original American Gun Shop
Website descriptioninkl.
Available languages
Mentioned hosts (3)
www.theduke.degmpg.orgtheduke.de
Security Analysis
Detection SignaturesThese signatures are used to generate the security fingerprint below.
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