IP Threat Report
154.86.20.5
ABUSE.MOM — BEHAVE OR GET EXPOSED
Geolocation & Classification
Detection Signatures
| Signature | Description | Points | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Danger medium hits: 1 | Medium-risk: admin panels, config files | +10 | |
| 404 ratio >= 60% | Majority of requests returned 404 — enumeration | +25 | |
| POST requests present | Behavioral anomaly detected by automated analysis | +8 | |
| Danger medium hits: 2 | Medium-risk: admin panels, config files | +20 | |
| Burst: 10 req / 2s | Abnormally fast request rate — automated scanning | +35 | |
| Burst: 11 req / 10s | Abnormally fast request rate — automated scanning | +35 | |
| Foreign referer seen | Referer from unrelated external domain | +10 | |
| Burst: 7 req / 2s | Abnormally fast request rate — automated scanning | +35 |
Observed Activity
Reconstructed HTTP requests from server access logs. Target domains redacted for security.
* Typical request patterns for detected signatures. Actual target domains are redacted.
Timeline
Network Provider
Recommendations
Actions taken & recommended
- IP 154.86.20.5 is blocked at application level (HTTP 403)
- Consider blocking at firewall level (iptables/CSF) to reduce server load
- Report abuse to the network provider via their abuse contact
- Ensure sensitive files (.env, .git, backups) are not accessible from the web
🔎 Path Enumeration Protection
Block scanning from 154.86.20.5: rate-limit 404 responses per IP, deploy a honeypot 404 page, ensure no backup files are web-accessible.
🌊 Traffic Flood Defense
IP 154.86.20.5 is generating excessive traffic. Limit connections per source IP. Enable geographic blocking if traffic from this region is unexpected.
Open Ports & Services
Network reconnaissance data from Shodan. Open ports may indicate running services, misconfigurations, or potential attack surfaces.
| Port | Service | Risk | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 | SSH | Low | Secure Shell — common brute force target for remote access |
| 80 | HTTP | Low | HTTP web server — standard web traffic |
| 81 | Unknown | Low | Service on port 81 |
| 82 | Unknown | Low | Service on port 82 |
| 83 | Unknown | Low | Service on port 83 |
| 84 | Unknown | Low | Service on port 84 |
| 85 | Unknown | Low | Service on port 85 |
| 443 | HTTPS | Low | HTTPS web server — encrypted web traffic |
| 888 | Unknown | Low | Service on port 888 |
| 3306 | MySQL | High | MySQL database — should never be exposed to the internet |
| 6002 | Unknown | Low | Service on port 6002 |
| 6003 | Unknown | Low | Service on port 6003 |
| 7801 | Unknown | Low | Service on port 7801 |
| 8080 | HTTP-Alt | Low | HTTP alternative port — often used for admin panels or proxies |
⚠️ Network scanning reveals 1 dangerous service exposed on 154.86.20.5. These services should not be publicly accessible without strict firewall rules.
| CVE ID | Link |
|---|---|
| CVE-2023-51385 | NVD → |
| CVE-2023-48795 | NVD → |
| CVE-2016-20012 | NVD → |
| CVE-2020-14145 | NVD → |
| CVE-2008-3844 | NVD → |
| CVE-2007-2768 | NVD → |
| CVE-2023-51767 | NVD → |
| CVE-2021-36368 | NVD → |
| CVE-2021-41617 | NVD → |
| CVE-2023-38408 | NVD → |
| CVE-2019-16905 | NVD → |
| CVE-2020-15778 | NVD → |
| CVE-2025-32728 | NVD → |
| CVE-2025-26465 | NVD → |
🔴 This host has 14 known CVEs associated with its exposed services. This volume strongly suggests severely outdated software. Review each CVE in the NVD database.
Data source: Shodan InternetDB. Scanned independently of abuse.mom.
Blacklist Status (DNSBL)
This IP was checked against major DNS-based blacklists used by mail servers and firewalls worldwide.
Checked: Spamhaus, SpamCop, Barracuda, SORBS, CBL, UCEProtect. Results may change over time.
Threat Analysis
154.86.20.5 has been assigned a threat score of 108/100 (Critical). This places it in the critical threat category. Immediate blocking is strongly advised across all network perimeters.
The following attack categories were identified:
📊 Threat Analysis
154.86.20.5 is registered in Hong Kong, Hong Kong, operating on the network of Hong Kong Communications International Co., Limited. This IP first appeared in our threat feeds after triggering multiple behavioral detection signatures. The address has been active for 40 days in our monitoring system, producing 18 flagged requests at a rate of ~0.5/day. The address is classified as residential, meaning it likely belongs to an end-user ISP connection. Malicious activity from residential IPs typically indicates device compromise or botnet membership. The dual attack vectors of Path Enumeration combined with Request Flooding indicate a coordinated assault rather than opportunistic scanning. Our records show 101 malicious IPs originating from Hong Kong, positioning it as a significant contributor to global threat activity. A score of 108/100 places this address in the top tier of severity. Block and investigate any historical connections.
This IP is classified as residential, suggesting it may belong to a compromised home device, IoT botnet member, or an infected personal computer. Residential IPs involved in attacks often indicate malware infection without the owner's knowledge.
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