198.98.60.231
198.98.60.231 is an IPv4 address operated by PONYNET - FranTech Solutions, US (AS53667), with approximate network location New York, United States. As of November 14, 2026, IPDebrief rates it Low Risk (35/100) and identifies it as a Tor exit node.
🏢 Ownership & Registration
| Registered holder | FranTech Solutions |
| ASN | AS53667 |
| Network Name | PONYNET-06 |
| CIDR Block | 198.98.48.0/20 |
| RIR | ARIN |
| Network registration country | United States |
| Routing operator | PONYNET - FranTech Solutions, US |
| Abuse Contact | Available via RDAP |
🌐 DNS Intelligence
| PTR Record | No PTR |
| Forward Confirmed | No — PTR hostname does not resolve back to this IP (weak signal) |
DNS Posture
Results describe the queried names. SPF, DMARC and CAA are domain policies, not requirements for every IP. DNSSEC here describes reverse DNS; inconclusive validation does not mean unsigned.
Not assessed: 0 conclusive IP DNS checks.
| caa | Not checked |
| spf | Not checked |
| dmarc | Not checked |
| dnssec | Not checked |
| fcrDns | Not checked |
☁️ Network Classification
| Infrastructure | Unknown |
| Service Purpose | Multi-Service Host |
| Network Tier | Hosting — Infrastructure provider without advanced routing |
🔌 Services & Open Ports
| Port | Service | Protocol | Banner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 80 | http | tcp | — |
| 22 | ssh | tcp | Banner detected |
| Server | — |
| HTTP Title | — |
🔐 TLS Certificate
| SANs | None |
| Valid From | — |
| Valid Until | — |
🎯 Confidence Breakdown
Per-dimension confidence scores based on source diversity and data freshness
| Dimension | Score | Sources | Observations |
|---|---|---|---|
| threat | 36% | 2 | 17 |
| routing | 17% | 2 | 3 |
| services | 17% | 2 | 3 |
| ownership | 19% | 3 | 4 |
| reputation | 32% | 1 | 63 |
| geolocation | 27% | 2 | 5 |
| Overall | 25% | 12 | 95 |
| Data Coherence | Consistent (100%) |
| Attribution | Very Low (20%) |
| OwnershipFCrDNSGeo ConsensusGeo PlausibleIRR MatchRPKI Valid |
📅 Observation Timeline 🔄 Aging
| First Seen | 2026-07-15 00:02:39 UTC |
| Last Seen | 2026-10-15 04:48:45 UTC |
| Profile Built | 2026-11-14 03:41:32 UTC |
| Data Freshness | Aging |
| Signal Types | 24 |
| Total Observations | 155 |
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions About 198.98.60.231
Who owns the IP address 198.98.60.231?
198.98.60.231 is registered to FranTech Solutions. The address falls within the 198.98.48.0/20 network block. Registration is held at ARIN.
Where is 198.98.60.231 located?
Geolocation data places 198.98.60.231 in New York, New York, United States. IP geolocation is approximate, not a precise physical address. Registration country and certificate organization addresses do not establish service location.
Is 198.98.60.231 malicious or safe?
198.98.60.231 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 198.98.60.231?
Responsive ports observed on 198.98.60.231 include 80, 22. Port visibility reflects the most recent scan and may change as the host's configuration or firewall rules change.
Is 198.98.60.231 a VPN, proxy, or data center address?
198.98.60.231 is classified as the Tor network based on network ownership and behavioural analysis.