# IPDEBRIEF INTELLIGENCE BRIEFING
Target IP: 181.170.197.10/32
Report Date: Current
Classification: Defensive Intelligence
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## Executive Summary
IP 181.170.197.10 presents as a low-risk residential endpoint associated with Telecom Argentina S.A. (ASN 7303). The IP exhibits a risk score of 25 and demonstrates residential infrastructure characteristics with fiber connectivity. While the IP is currently classified as low-risk, one DNSBL listing has been observed, warranting standard monitoring procedures.
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## Ownership and Infrastructure
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| **ASN** | 7303 |
| **Organization** | Telecom Argentina S.A. |
| **CIDR Block** | 181.168.0.0/14 |
| **RIR** | LACNIC |
| **Network Type** | Residential (Fiber) |
| **Infrastructure** | Residential Endpoint |
| **Mobile Carrier** | Telecom Argentina S.A. (MCC: 722, MNC: 340) |
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## Geolocation Analysis
The IP exhibits conflicting geolocation signals:
- Primary Classification: United States (New York, NY)
- Mobile Carrier Signal: Argentina (AR) with coordinates -38.42, -63.62
- GeoConsensus: False (multiple geo sources disagree)
- Accuracy Radius: 1,500 km
This discrepancy suggests the IP may be associated with a roaming mobile device or reflects routing anomalies. The residential mobile carrier registration (LTE/5G) aligns with the Argentina location data.
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## DNS and Service Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| **PTR Hostname** | 10-197-170-181.fibertel.com.ar |
| **Forward Resolution** | Unconfirmed |
| **Forward Hostnames** | 10-197-170-181.fibertel.com.ar |
| **Hosted Domains** | 0 |
| **Open Ports** | None detected |
| **TLS Certificate** | None |
| **HTTP Service** | None |
| **DNSSEC** | Valid |
No active services or reverse DNS forwarding confirmed. The PTR hostname follows Fibertel's residential ISP naming convention.
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## Threat Intelligence Indicators
| Indicator | Status |
|---|---|
| **Risk Score** | 25 (Low Risk) |
| **Known Attacker** | No |
| **Spam Source** | No |
| **Tor Exit Node** | No |
| **Proxy** | No |
| **Cloud/CDN/VPN** | No |
| **Abuse Confidence** | N/A |
| **Blacklist Count** | 0 (API) |
| **DNSBL Listed** | 1 of 8 lists |
Campaign Correlation: No known threat campaigns or certificate matches identified.
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## Observation History (17 Signals)
Recent observations from 2026-07-24 confirm:
- Geographic signals consistently point to Argentina (AR)
- Residential classification maintained across all probes
- One DNSBL listing observed with "high" severity
- No ownership changes or persistent malicious behavior detected
- Threat persistence days: 0
The IP shows no signs of becoming more or less risky over the observation period.
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## Network Context
Subnet Analysis (181.170.197.0/24):
- Neighbor Count: 0
- Abuse Density: 0
- Risk Distribution: High: 0, Medium: 0, Low: 0
- No threat siblings identified
Relationship Graph:
- Two "Same Network" references to 181.168.0.0 - 181.171.255.255
- DNS associations to 10-197-170-181.fibertel.com.ar
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## Recommended Actions
Current Risk Level: Low (Score 25)
Firewall Rules: No aggressive blocking recommended. Standard residential traffic treatment appropriate.
Monitoring Priority: Low
- No immediate action required
- Continue standard observation
- Monitor for any changes in DNSBL status
Notes: The single DNSBL listing may represent a historical or minor classification issue. Given the residential nature and low-risk profile, this IP should be allowed through standard firewall policies unless additional context indicates malicious activity.
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Analyst Notes: This IP represents a legitimate residential endpoint from Telecom Argentina's infrastructure. The conflicting geolocation data between US routing and Argentina mobile carrier registration is typical for international roaming or peering scenarios. No actionable threat indicators warrant blocking or special handling.
This summary was generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Verify critical details independently.
🏢 Ownership & Registration
| Organization | Telecom Argentina S.A. |
| ASN | AS7303 |
| Network Name | 181.168.0.0 - 181.171.255.255 |
| CIDR Block | 181.168.0.0/14 |
| RIR | LACNIC |
| Country | AR |
| Abuse Contact | Available via RDAP |
🌐 DNS Intelligence
| PTR | 10-197-170-181.fibertel.com.ar |
| Forward Confirmed | No — PTR hostname does not resolve back to this IP (weak signal) |
| Forward Hostnames | 10-197-170-181.fibertel.com.ar |
🔐 DNS Hygiene
| Hygiene Score | 0% (None) |
| SPF | 0/2 domains |
| DMARC | 0/2 domains |
| FCrDNS | Not verified |
| DNSSEC | Not signed |
| CAA | Not configured |
| Domains Checked | 2 domains |
☁️ Network Classification
| Infrastructure | Residential |
| Service Purpose | Residential Endpoint |
| Network Tier | End-User — Residential ISP endpoint |
🔌 Services & Open Ports
| Port | Service | Protocol | Banner |
|---|---|---|---|
| No open ports detected | |||
| Closed Ports | 22, 25, 80, 443, 3389, 8080, 8443 (0 open / 7 scanned) | ||
| Server | — |
| HTTP Title | — |
🔐 TLS Certificate
| SANs | None |
| Valid From | — |
| Valid Until | — |
🛡️ Public Network Snapshot
| Origin ASN | AS7303 |
| Network Prefix | 181.170.0.0/15 |
| Route mapping | Found |
🎯 Confidence Breakdown
Per-dimension confidence scores based on source diversity and data freshness
| Dimension | Score | Sources | Observations |
|---|---|---|---|
| threat | 0% | 0 | 0 |
| routing | 0% | 0 | 0 |
| services | 0% | 0 | 0 |
| ownership | 25% | 1 | 2 |
| reputation | 0% | 0 | 0 |
| geolocation | 25% | 1 | 1 |
| Overall | 8% | 2 | 3 |
| Data Coherence | Consistent (100%) |
| Attribution | Moderate (50%) |
| OwnershipFCrDNSGeo ConsensusGeo PlausibleIRR MatchRPKI Valid |
📅 Observation Timeline 🔄 Live
| First Seen | 2026-07-06 06:01:16 UTC |
| Last Seen | 2026-10-04 23:15:26 UTC |
| Profile Built | 2026-10-04 23:15:42 UTC |
| Data Freshness | Live |
| Signal Types | 22 |
| Total Observations | 23 |
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions About 181.170.197.10
Who owns the IP address 181.170.197.10?
181.170.197.10 is registered to Telecom Argentina S.A.. The address falls within the 181.168.0.0/14 network block. Registration is held at LACNIC.
Where is 181.170.197.10 located?
Geolocation data places 181.170.197.10 in New York, Buenos Aires, Argentina. IP geolocation is approximate and indicates the network's registered or routed location rather than a precise physical address.
Is 181.170.197.10 malicious or safe?
181.170.197.10 currently carries a low risk assessment, meaning no significant threat indicators have been observed. This assessment is generated from continuously collected signals and can change over time.
What is the hostname for 181.170.197.10?
The reverse DNS (PTR) record for 181.170.197.10 is 10-197-170-181.fibertel.com.ar. This hostname is not forward-confirmed, so it should be treated as a weak signal.
Is 181.170.197.10 a VPN, proxy, or data center address?
181.170.197.10 is classified as a mobile network and a residential network based on network ownership and behavioural analysis.