IP Threat Report
167.99.197.34
ABUSE.MOM — BEHAVE OR GET EXPOSED
Geolocation & Classification
Detection Signatures
| Signature | Description | Points | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Directory Scan | 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 167.99.197.34 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 167.99.197.34 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
167.99.197.34 has been assigned a threat score of 135/100 (Critical). This is a critical-level threat. Systems administrators should treat this IP as hostile and block all inbound connections without exception.
📊 Threat Analysis
Threat intelligence analysis has linked 167.99.197.34 to malicious activity originating from Slough, United Kingdom, operating on the network of DigitalOcean, LLC. The address has been under observation since its initial detection. The address has been active for 4 days in our monitoring system, producing 366 flagged requests at a rate of ~91.5/day. Our records show 101 malicious IPs originating from United Kingdom, positioning it as a significant contributor to global threat activity. A score of 135/100 places this address in the top tier of severity. Block and investigate any historical connections.
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