IP Threat Report
5.189.173.102
ABUSE.MOM — BEHAVE OR GET EXPOSED
Geolocation & Classification
Detection Signatures
| Signature | Description | Points | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Danger strong hits: 4 | High-risk paths: shells, RCE vectors, exploits | +100 | |
| Danger medium hits: 2 | Medium-risk: admin panels, config files | +20 | |
| 404 ratio 40-60% | Majority of requests returned 404 — enumeration | +15 | |
| Probe pattern 302->404 same path | Behavioral anomaly detected by automated analysis | +20 | |
| Burst: 23 req / 2s | Abnormally fast request rate — automated scanning | +35 | |
| Burst: 40 req / 10s | 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 5.189.173.102 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 5.189.173.102: rate-limit 404 responses per IP, deploy a honeypot 404 page, ensure no backup files are web-accessible.
🌊 Flood / DDoS Mitigation
Implement limit_req_zone in nginx. Deploy CDN with DDoS protection. Configure SYN cookies and connection tracking to throttle 5.189.173.102.
Open Ports & Services
Network reconnaissance data from Shodan. Open ports may indicate running services, misconfigurations, or potential attack surfaces.
| Port | Service | Risk | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 80 | HTTP | Low | HTTP web server — standard web traffic |
| 135 | Unknown | Low | Service on port 135 |
| 443 | HTTPS | Low | HTTPS web server — encrypted web traffic |
| 445 | SMB | Critical | SMB file sharing — high-risk for EternalBlue and ransomware |
| 5985 | Unknown | Low | Service on port 5985 |
⚠️ Network scanning reveals 1 dangerous service exposed on 5.189.173.102. SMB (445) exposure is associated with worm propagation and EternalBlue exploits. These services should not be publicly accessible without strict firewall rules.
| CVE ID | Link |
|---|---|
| CVE-2024-36387 | NVD → |
| CVE-2009-2299 | NVD → |
| CVE-2025-66200 | NVD → |
| CVE-2024-3566 | NVD → |
| CVE-2019-0190 | NVD → |
| CVE-2025-49630 | NVD → |
| CVE-2012-3526 | NVD → |
| CVE-2023-5363 | NVD → |
| CVE-2024-39573 | NVD → |
| CVE-2024-38473 | NVD → |
| CVE-2024-43204 | NVD → |
| CVE-2025-55753 | NVD → |
| CVE-2013-2765 | NVD → |
| CVE-2024-27316 | NVD → |
| CVE-2025-49812 | NVD → |
| CVE-2009-0796 | NVD → |
| CVE-2024-38477 | NVD → |
| CVE-2011-2688 | NVD → |
| CVE-2024-47252 | NVD → |
| CVE-2025-53020 | NVD → |
| CVE-2024-38472 | NVD → |
| CVE-2011-1176 | NVD → |
| CVE-2013-0942 | NVD → |
| CVE-2023-38709 | NVD → |
| CVE-2013-0941 | NVD → |
🔴 Security scanning identified 51 vulnerability entries on this host. This volume strongly suggests severely outdated software. Consult NVD advisories for details.
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
5.189.173.102 has been assigned a threat score of 225/100 (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
IP address 5.189.173.102 has been traced to Lauterbourg, France, operating on the network of Contabo GmbH. Our threat detection systems have flagged this address based on observed malicious behavior patterns. The address has been active for 1 days in our monitoring system, producing 1 flagged requests at a rate of ~1/day. Operating from datacenter infrastructure, this IP is typical of addresses used in organized attack operations. Cloud and VPS providers are commonly exploited as launching platforms for automated scanning. Two attack patterns were identified (Path Enumeration and Request Flooding), suggesting a semi-automated campaign that targets multiple vulnerabilities. France currently accounts for 190 blocked IPs in our database, making it a significant source of malicious traffic. At 225/100, this is an extremely high-risk address. All traffic should be considered hostile.
This IP belongs to a hosting or data center provider. Malicious traffic from hosting infrastructure often originates from compromised VPS instances, rented servers used for scanning campaigns, or abused free-tier cloud accounts. Hosting providers typically respond to abuse reports within 24-72 hours.
Related Threats
Security Intelligence
💡 Vulnerability Scanning Explained
Vulnerability scanning is the automated process of probing web applications for known weaknesses. Attackers use tools like Nuclei, Nikto, and ZAP to test thousands of hosts per hour, looking for exposed configuration files, outdated software, and default credentials.
💡 Zero Trust Architecture Principles
Zero trust eliminates implicit trust based on network location. Every access request is verified regardless of source, minimizing the impact of compromised credentials or network breaches. Implementation requires strong identity verification and continuous authorization.