A Simple Explanation of Our Phishing Site Takedown Service – Fast and Secure Phishing Fraud Countermeasures
Oct. 16, 2024
Phishing fraud is a type of cybercrime that targets personal information and money by deceiving victims through phishing sites that impersonate trusted companies. At ImprovedMove Co. Ltd., we offer a fast phishing site takedown service to protect your brand and users. In this article, we will introduce the mechanisms of phishing fraud and explain how our company addresses these threats.
- What is Phishing Fraud?
- Types of Phishing Fraud
- ImprovedMove Co. Ltd.’s Phishing Site Takedown Service
- Why Our Phishing Site Takedown Service is the Best Choice
- Phishing Site Removal Methods and Procedures
- Phishing Fraud Countermeasures and Security Enhancement
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Contact Us
- Receive the Latest Security Updates Now
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What is Phishing Fraud?
Phishing fraud is a cybercrime where malicious third parties impersonate trusted companies or organizations to fraudulently obtain personal information or money. Phishing fraud typically involves phishing sites set up to facilitate the scam, with a process of 1. Luring the victim, and 2. Stealing their information. Countermeasures against phishing fraud are crucial for companies and organizations to protect themselves.

(Image 1: A phishing site targeting a domestic financial institution www.gemini-a8.com)
Types of Phishing Fraud
There are various phishing fraud methods, each with different targets and approaches. Here, we will introduce some representative types of phishing fraud and their characteristics.
- Spear Phishing
Spear phishing is a phishing attack that targets specific individuals or organizations. Fraudsters research the target’s detailed information and craft emails or messages that appear trustworthy. Attacks are often aimed at financial institutions or business executives. - Business Email Compromise (BEC)
BEC is a technique where fraudsters impersonate legitimate emails exchanged within a company to deceive employees or business partners. Emails are often sent in the name of CEOs or CFOs, aiming for large-scale financial theft. This method is also on the rise in Japan. - Clone Phishing
Clone phishing involves duplicating previously sent legitimate emails, but replacing links or attachments with malicious ones, and then resending the email to the target. This increases the likelihood that the target will mistake the email for a legitimate one and fall victim to the scam. - Pharming
Pharming involves redirecting users to a fake site that appears legitimate in order to steal personal information. The DNS (Domain Name System) is manipulated, so even when users input a normal URL, they are directed to the fake site. - Vishing (Voice Phishing)
Vishing is a phishing scam conducted over the phone. Attackers impersonate banks or government institutions and aim to steal personal information or money. This method often targets the elderly, requiring prompt response. - Smishing (SMS Phishing)
Smishing is a phishing attack using SMS (Short Message Service). It involves sending messages with malicious links, tricking users into clicking them to steal personal information. With the widespread use of mobile devices, this type of phishing is rapidly increasing. - Whaling
Whaling is a type of phishing fraud targeting high-ranking executives such as CEOs or directors. Attackers use a large amount of information to craft highly sophisticated attacks aimed at extracting critical information or funds from their targets.
ImprovedMove Co. Ltd.’s Phishing Site Takedown Service
ImprovedMove Co. Ltd., we offer a fast phishing site takedown service to protect your brand and users. We promptly respond to remove malicious websites and enhance your security.
- Removal Method: Our expert team identifies phishing sites, conducts necessary investigations, and proceeds with the removal process.
- Phishing Site Removal Process After Reporting: After receiving the report, we expedite the removal process and provide progress updates to our clients. We manage the entire process to minimize the client’s burden.
Why Our Phishing Site Takedown Service is the Best Choice
- Fast Response: Our experienced team, with a track record of successful cases, swiftly removes phishing sites.
- Global Coverage: We can remove phishing sites worldwide, no matter which country the site is hosted in.
- Reliability and Results: For example, we disabled a phishing site targeting a major financial institution in just two days, achieving an ROI of over 1034%. (You can view the details of this success story here.)
- Comprehensive Countermeasures Against Malicious Sites: In addition to removal, we also propose security measures to prevent recurrence.
Phishing Site Removal Methods and Procedures
Our phishing site removal process is as follows:
- Identification and Analysis of Phishing Sites: We promptly identify malicious URLs and verify hosting information.
- Submission of Removal Requests: We send formal removal requests to the server administrators, providing legal grounds and violation reports.
- Progress Reports and Recurrence Prevention: Once removal is completed, we submit a report and propose security measures to prevent recurrence.
Phishing Fraud Countermeasures and Security Enhancement
Phishing fraud continues to evolve, and the tactics used are becoming more sophisticated. At ImprovedMove Co. Ltd., we not only focus on phishing site removal, but also provide services aimed at disabling the phishing infrastructure itself through our Good Faith Squatting Service (Phishing Takeover) (You can read more about Good Faith Squatting in this article). Additionally, we offer Cloudflare implementation support and vulnerability assessment services, helping strengthen the infrastructure of our clients to resist phishing fraud. By doing so, we prevent phishing fraud from occurring and support long-term security strategies.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is a phishing site?
A phishing site is a fake website that impersonates a trusted company or organization. These sites are used to fraudulently obtain personal information or money from visitors. Phishing fraud poses a high risk to users, often deceiving them without their knowledge.
How long does it take to remove a phishing site?
Generally, removing a phishing site can take from several days to a month. At ImprovedMove Co. Ltd., we strive to respond as quickly as possible, and in some cases, removals can be completed in as little as two days, depending on the situation.
How can I prevent phishing sites from reappearing after removal?
Even after a phishing site is removed, robust security measures are necessary to prevent recurrence. Our company offers Cloudflare implementation support and vulnerability assessments to help reduce the risk of phishing fraud in the long term.
What should I do if I fall victim to phishing fraud?
If you fall victim to phishing fraud, please contact us immediately. Even if you are not certain whether the site is a phishing site, feel free to reach out, and we can assist you in making that determination.
How much does it cost to remove a phishing site?
The cost of removal through our phishing site takedown service is offered on a success-based fee model as per our service price list. We can also offer a more optimized price depending on the details of the case. For more information, please contact us.
Are there industries where phishing sites are more likely to appear?
Social media, SaaS, financial institutions, and e-commerce sites—any industry dealing with personal information or financial transactions—are particularly vulnerable to phishing fraud. Strong phishing countermeasures are especially necessary for these industries. Recently, phishing fraud targeting SNS platforms has been increasing, and according to a 2023 report by APWG (Anti-Phishing Working Group), SNS platforms were targeted in 43% of cases, while SaaS and Webmail services accounted for 15%, financial institutions for 14%, and e-commerce services for 6%. This trend indicates a diversification in phishing fraud vectors.

(Image Source: Phishing Activity Trends Report, 4th Quarter 2023)
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