AI-Based Detection and Analysis of Phishing Domains: Leveraging Machine Learning for Enhanced Cybersecurity

In the ever-evolving landscape of cyber security, the prevalence of phishing attacks poses a formidable threat to information security systems worldwide, compromising data integrity and eroding user trust. This paper introduces an innovative solution harnessing artificial intelligence to identify and analyze phishing domains, particularly focusing on newly registered domains from public databases like WHOIS. This approach is crucial as traditional security measures often prove insufficient against the sophistication of phishing tactics. Our proposed AI-driven system employs an analysis strategy. It utilizes machine learning to conduct an in-depth backend code and content analysis. This involves comparing suspect and legitimate sites for structural and syntactical disparities, utilizing deep learning models trained on extensive datasets of known phishing and authentic domains. These methodologies offer a nuanced evaluation, crucial for distinguishing sophisticated phishing attempts from genuine domains. Additionally, the system excels at identifying malicious links within these domains, enhancing its overall protective capabilities. The efficiency of our solution lies in its capacity for real-time, accurate threat detection. We introduce a probabilistic scoring mechanism that assesses the likelihood of a domain being a phishing site, facilitating informed decision-making for cyber security personnel. Furthermore, our system is designed for seamless integration into existing cyber security frameworks, providing versatility and ease of use.