# IP Intelligence Briefing: 197.167.236.63/32
Classification: LOW RISK | Analysis Date: 2024-01-15
Reporting Entity: IPDebrief Intelligence Platform
Geolocation: Egypt (Cairo Governorate)
ASN: 24863 | Organization: Sherif Ghareeb
Network Block: 197.166.0.0/15 (afrinic)
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## Executive Summary
IP address 197.167.236.63 is classified as Low Risk with a risk score of 0. The address operates as a web server with standard HTTP/HTTPS services and legacy SSH access. No active threat indicators, blacklistings, or known malicious campaigns were detected. The IP shows no evidence of persistent malicious behavior or operator-level threat activity.
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## Technical Profile
Network Classification:
- Service Purpose: Web Server
- Infrastructure Type: Standard hosting (not CDN, VPN, or proxy)
- Cloud Provider: No
- Mobile Carrier: No
Open Services:
| Port | Protocol | Service | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 80 | TCP | HTTP | Standard web traffic |
| 443 | TCP | HTTPS | Standard web traffic |
| 22 | TCP | SSH | dropbear_2012.55 (legacy version) |
DNS Configuration:
- PTR Hostnames: None
- Forward Resolution: Not confirmed
- Hosted Domains: None
- Email Authentication: SPF/DMARC not configured
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## Threat Assessment
Risk Indicators:
- Abuse Confidence Score: Not applicable
- Blacklist Count: 0
- Known Campaigns: None identified
- Threat Feeds: Empty
- Is Known Attacker: No
- Is Spam Source: No
- Tor Exit Node: No
Control Plane Data:
- Origin ASN: 24863
- BGP Prefix: 197.167.236.0/22
- Route Stability: Unstable
- RPKI State: Not validated
- DNSSEC: Valid
- DNSBL Listings: 0/8 total lists
- Operator Score: 0.1304 (Minimal)
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## Historical Activity Analysis
Observation Summary: 15 signals recorded over monitoring period
Key Historical Signals:
1. Port Scans Detected: Multiple port scans recorded, including SSH enumeration
2. Connection Failures: HTTPS connection failures observed
3. Ownership Verification: No ownership changes detected
4. Threat Persistence: No persistent malicious activity observed
5. Campaign Correlation: Zero correlated IPs to known campaigns
Temporal Analysis:
- Threat Persistence Days: 0
- Persistent Malicious Status: False
- Ownership Changes: 0
- Threat Observation Count: 0
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## Network Relationships
Identified Relationships: 3
- All relationships indicate "Same Network" classification
- Network Range: 197.166.0.0 - 197.167.255.255
No external relationships detected to:
- Related organizations
- Related hostnames
- Related certificates
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## Neighborhood Analysis (197.167.236.0/24)
Subnet Risk Profile:
- Total Siblings: 1
- Active Siblings: 0
- Threat Siblings: 0
- Abuse Density: 0
Neighbor Inventory:
| IP Address | Risk Score | Authority Score |
|---|---|---|
| 197.167.236.181 | 0 | 50 |
Assessment: The /24 subnet shows minimal abuse activity with only one sibling IP. No high or medium risk neighbors detected.
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## Recommended Actions
Immediate Actions: None required
- No active threat mitigation needed
- No firewall rules recommended based on current risk profile
Defensive Recommendations:
- Monitor legacy SSH service (dropbear_2012.55) for potential vulnerabilities
- Review email authentication configuration (SPF/DMARC) if email services are hosted
- Monitor for changes in route stability and BGP announcements
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## Conclusion
IP 197.167.236.63 presents as a standard web server infrastructure endpoint with no active threat indicators. The legacy SSH version (dropbear_2012.55) represents a minor security consideration but does not indicate current compromise. The IP shows no correlation to known malicious campaigns, spam sources, or attacker infrastructure. Recommended classification: Low Risk – Passive Monitoring.
This summary was generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Verify critical details independently.
🏢 Ownership & Registration
| Organization | Sherif Ghareeb |
| ASN | AS24863 |
| Network Name | 197.166.0.0 - 197.167.255.255 |
| CIDR Block | 197.166.0.0/15 |
| RIR | AFRINIC |
| Country | EG |
| Abuse Contact | — |
🌐 DNS Intelligence
| PTR Record | No PTR |
| Forward Confirmed | No — PTR hostname does not resolve back to this IP (weak signal) |
🔐 DNS Hygiene
| Hygiene Score | 20% (Poor) |
| SPF | Not configured |
| DMARC | Not configured |
| FCrDNS | Not verified |
| DNSSEC | Valid |
| CAA | Not configured |
☁️ Network Classification
| Infrastructure | Unknown |
| Service Purpose | Web Server |
| Network Tier | Unknown — Insufficient routing data to classify |
🔌 Services & Open Ports
| Port | Service | Protocol | Banner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 80 | http | tcp | — |
| 443 | https | tcp | — |
| 22 | ssh | tcp | Banner detected |
| Closed Ports | 25, 3389, 8080, 8443 (3 open / 7 scanned) | ||
| Server | — |
| HTTP Title | — |
🔐 TLS Certificate
| SANs | None |
| Valid From | — |
| Valid Until | — |
🛡️ Public Network Snapshot
| Origin ASN | AS24863 |
| Network Prefix | 197.167.236.0/22 |
| Route mapping | Found |
🎯 Confidence Breakdown
Per-dimension confidence scores based on source diversity and data freshness
| Dimension | Score | Sources | Observations |
|---|---|---|---|
| threat | 17% | 2 | 3 |
| routing | 8% | 1 | 1 |
| services | 17% | 2 | 3 |
| ownership | 12% | 2 | 2 |
| reputation | 8% | 1 | 2 |
| geolocation | 23% | 2 | 2 |
| Overall | 14% | 10 | 13 |
| Data Coherence | Consistent (100%) |
| Attribution | Moderate (50%) |
| OwnershipFCrDNSGeo ConsensusGeo PlausibleIRR MatchRPKI Valid |
📅 Observation Timeline 🔄 Live
| First Seen | 2026-07-15 16:16:22 UTC |
| Last Seen | 2026-09-02 02:23:11 UTC |
| Profile Built | 2026-09-02 02:34:02 UTC |
| Data Freshness | Live |
| Signal Types | 21 |
| Total Observations | 25 |
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions About 197.167.236.63
Who owns the IP address 197.167.236.63?
197.167.236.63 is registered to Sherif Ghareeb. The address falls within the 197.166.0.0/15 network block. Registration is held at AFRINIC.
Where is 197.167.236.63 located?
Geolocation data places 197.167.236.63 in Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt. The local time zone is Africa/Cairo. IP geolocation is approximate and indicates the network's registered or routed location rather than a precise physical address.
Is 197.167.236.63 malicious or safe?
197.167.236.63 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 ports are open on 197.167.236.63?
Responsive ports observed on 197.167.236.63 include 80, 443, 22. Port visibility reflects the most recent scan and may change as the host's configuration or firewall rules change.