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Counterfeit TikTok Shop is Surfshark's most-blocked phishing scam, global phishing blocks up 524%
Key points
- Counterfeit TikTok Shop caused 320,000 phishing blocks (May-Sept 2026).
- This scam represented 19% of all global phishing blocks.
- Global phishing blocks rose 524% from April to September 2026.
- The fake TikTok Shop domain remains active.
Counterfeit TikTok Shop Dominates Phishing Blocks
A counterfeit TikTok Shop generated over 320,000 phishing blocks between May and September 2026, making it the most-blocked phishing scam during that period. This single scam accounted for 19% of all global phishing domain blocks recorded by VPN provider Surfshark.
Significant Increase in Phishing Activity
Surfshark's analysis of its web content blocker data from April to September 2026 revealed a 524% increase in monthly phishing blocks. The number of blocks rose from 104,962 in April to 655,024 in September, indicating a substantial surge in phishing attempts globally.
Ongoing Threat Ahead of Shopping Season
The counterfeit TikTok Shop domain remains active as of October, continuing to be the most-blocked phishing domain, accounting for 18% of global blocks in the first 20 days of the month. This persistent activity poses a risk, particularly with the upcoming Black Friday shopping period.
User Protection Measures
To avoid such scams, users should verify URLs, check for grammar or formatting errors, and review seller ratings. It is also advised to avoid clicking links that redirect outside TikTok Shop and to never share personal information off-platform or via third-party sites.
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Primary sources
GitHub newrelic/newrelic-browser-agentReporting from
A counterfeit TikTok Shop accounted for 19% of all global phishing domain blocks between May and September 2026, according to Surfshark data. Global phishing blocks increased by 524% from April to September 2026, indicating a significant rise in phishing activity.