# IP Intelligence Briefing: 45.178.1.224
Classification: Low Risk / Passive Endpoint
Analysis Date: 2026-07-26
Intelligence Source: IPDebrief
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## Executive Summary
IP 45.178.1.224 belongs to a low-risk network segment owned by AGENCIA DE CIENCIA, TECNOLOGIA Y SOCIEDAD SAN LUIS (Argentina). The IP shows minimal threat indicators, no active malicious campaigns, and no exposed services. Risk score: 25/100. No immediate blocking recommended based on current data.
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## Ownership & Network Profile
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| **ASN** | 267882 |
| **Organization** | AGENCIA DE CIENCIA, TECNOLOGIA Y SOCIEDAD SAN LUIS |
| **CIDR Block** | 45.178.0.0/22 |
| **Country** | Argentina (AR) |
| **Region/City** | San Luis |
| **Risk Score** | 25 (Low Risk) |
| **Reputation** | Low Risk |
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## Threat Indicators
- Blacklist Count: 0 (active)
- DNSBL Listings: 1/8 lists
- Threat Feeds: None detected
- Known Campaigns: None
- Tor Exit Node: No
- Known Attacker: No
- Spam Source: No
- Abuse Confidence Score: Not available
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## Network Behavior
- Open Ports: None detected
- Service Classification: Firewalled / No Services
- Network Role: Passive endpoint
- ISP/Provider: Not classified as CDN, Cloud, VPN, Proxy, or Hosting
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## Observed Services
No active services detected. The IP appears to be a closed or firewalled address with no open ports for scanning or service enumeration.
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## Historical Signals (14 Observations)
Recent observations (2026-07-26) confirm:
- Geo Location: Argentina (confidence 0.52)
- Traceroute: 30 hops, target not reached (ICMP blocked)
- Operator Risk Score: 0.1304 (Minimal)
- Ownership Changes: 0
- Threat Persistence: 0 days
- Malicious Activity: None observed
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## Network Relationships
- Same Network: 45.178.0.0 - 45.178.3.255
- Related Entities: No external relationships (hostnames, organizations, certificates) detected
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## Subnet Neighborhood Analysis (45.178.1.0/24)
- Total Siblings: 0
- Active Siblings: 0
- Threat Siblings: 0
- Abuse Density: 0
- Risk Distribution: No high/medium/low risk neighbors detected
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## Recommended Security Actions
Based on the low-risk profile (score 25) and absence of active threats, no specific firewall rules or blocking actions are recommended at this time. The IP does not match known malicious patterns, campaigns, or threat actor behaviors.
Suggested Monitoring: Standard network logging and periodic rescan recommended. No immediate action required.
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## Analyst Notes
The IP address belongs to a legitimate scientific institution in Argentina. While listed on one DNSBL, no active abuse indicators or malicious behavior were observed. The network segment shows minimal operator-level risk and no associated threat siblings. Standard defensive monitoring is sufficient; no aggressive blocking or takedown actions warranted.
This summary was generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Verify critical details independently.
🏢 Ownership & Registration
| Organization | AGENCIA DE CIENCIA, TECNOLOGIA Y SOCIEDAD SAN LUIS |
| ASN | AS267882 |
| Network Name | 45.178.0.0 - 45.178.3.255 |
| CIDR Block | 45.178.0.0/22 |
| RIR | ARIN |
| Country | AR |
| 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 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 | Firewalled / No Services |
| Network Tier | Unknown — Insufficient routing data to classify |
🔌 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 | AS267882 |
| Network Prefix | 45.178.1.0/24 |
| Route mapping | Found |
🎯 Confidence Breakdown
Per-dimension confidence scores based on source diversity and data freshness
| Dimension | Score | Sources | Observations |
|---|---|---|---|
| threat | 25% | 1 | 1 |
| routing | 25% | 1 | 1 |
| services | 25% | 1 | 1 |
| ownership | 25% | 1 | 2 |
| reputation | 0% | 0 | 0 |
| geolocation | 35% | 2 | 2 |
| Overall | 22% | 6 | 7 |
| Data Coherence | Consistent (100%) |
| Attribution | Moderate (50%) |
| OwnershipFCrDNSGeo ConsensusGeo PlausibleIRR MatchRPKI Valid |
📅 Observation Timeline 🔄 Live
| First Seen | 2026-07-11 02:19:03 UTC |
| Last Seen | 2026-09-01 00:39:03 UTC |
| Profile Built | 2026-08-30 20:40:00 UTC |
| Data Freshness | Live |
| Signal Types | 17 |
| Total Observations | 19 |
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions About 45.178.1.224
Who owns the IP address 45.178.1.224?
45.178.1.224 is registered to AGENCIA DE CIENCIA, TECNOLOGIA Y SOCIEDAD SAN LUIS. The address falls within the 45.178.0.0/22 network block. Registration is held at ARIN.
Where is 45.178.1.224 located?
Geolocation data places 45.178.1.224 in San Luis, San Luis, Argentina. IP geolocation is approximate and indicates the network's registered or routed location rather than a precise physical address.
Is 45.178.1.224 malicious or safe?
45.178.1.224 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.