IP Threat Report
160.179.120.51
ABUSE.MOM — BEHAVE OR GET EXPOSED
Geolocation & Classification
Detection Signatures
| Signature | Description | Points | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|
| DDoS / Flood | Behavioral anomaly detected by automated analysis | +0 |
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
Recommendations
Actions taken & recommended
- IP 160.179.120.51 is blocked at application level (HTTP 403)
- Consider blocking at firewall level (iptables/CSF) to reduce server load
- Ensure sensitive files (.env, .git, backups) are not accessible from the web
⚙️ Defensive Recommendations
Block 160.179.120.51 at the network perimeter. Implement defense-in-depth combining IP blocking with application-layer protections.
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
160.179.120.51 has been assigned a threat score of 108/100 (Critical). This represents a critical risk level. Our detection systems have flagged multiple high-confidence indicators of malicious intent from this address.
📊 Threat Analysis
The address 160.179.120.51 originates from Oujda, MA, operating on the network of Office National des Postes et Telecommunications ONPT (Maroc Telecom) / IAM. It was identified through automated analysis of incoming network traffic across monitored endpoints. The address has been active for 10 days in our monitoring system, producing 162 flagged requests at a rate of ~16.2/day. Our records show 101 malicious IPs originating from MA, 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.
Related Threats
Security Intelligence
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