45.61.188.204
# IP INTELLIGENCE BRIEFING: 45.61.188.204
## Executive Summary
IP 45.61.188.204 is classified as MODERATE RISK (score: 55). The address is hosted on Frantech/BuyVM infrastructure (ASN 53667) within the 45.61.128.0/18 block. No active threat indicators detected. The subnet is classified as clean with zero abuse density. No open services or ports are exposed.
## Profile Overview
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| **Risk Score** | 55 (Moderate) |
| **Organization** | FranTech Solutions |
| **ASN** | 53667 |
| **Network** | PONYNET-15 (45.61.128.0/18) |
| **Geolocation** | US (Florida, Miami) |
| **Classification** | Hosting Provider |
| **Status** | Firewalled / No Services |
| **Provider** | Frantech/BuyVM |
## Threat Indicators
- Known Attacker: No
- Tor Exit Node: No
- Spam Source: No
- Blacklist Count: 0
- DNSBL Listed: 3 of 8 total lists
- Known Campaigns: None
- Threat Feeds: None populated
## Network Behavior
- Open Ports: None detected
- TLS Certificate: None
- HTTP Title: None
- Forward Resolution: None
- PTR Hostnames: None
- Email Auth: No SPF/DMARC records
## Observation History (16 signals)
Recent observations indicate stable ownership with no malicious persistence flagged:
- 2026-08-01: Geolocation signal (US, low confidence 0.35)
- 2026-07-25: Provider confirmation (Frantech/BuyVM), subnet classification (clean), ownership stability confirmed
- Ownership Changes: 0
- Threat Persistence Days: 0
- Is Persistently Malicious: No
## Neighborhood Analysis (45.61.188.0/24)
- Total Neighbors: 7 (including target)
- Abuse Density: 0%
- Risk Distribution: 3 Medium, 2 Low, 0 High
- Elevated Risk Neighbor: 45.61.188.148 (Risk Score: 70)
Notable Neighbor IPs
| IP Address | Risk Score | Authority Score |
|---|---|---|
| 45.61.188.148 | 70 | 50 |
| 45.61.188.15 | 49 | 50 |
| 45.61.188.18 | 40 | 50 |
| 45.61.188.26 | 25 | 50 |
| 45.61.188.243 | 25 | 50 |
## Relationships
All relationship graph entries map to the same network (PONYNET-15). No external hostnames, certificates, or organizations detected beyond the provider network.
## Recommendations
1. NO IMMEDIATE ACTION REQUIRED — Target IP shows no active threat indicators
2. MONITOR NEIGHBOR 45.61.188.148 — Elevated risk score (70) within same subnet warrants separate investigation
3. LOGGING — Consider logging inbound connections if not already in place
4. BLOCKLIST STATUS — IP appears on 3 DNSBL lists; verify list ownership and relevance
## Conclusion
IP 45.61.188.204 represents a standard hosting infrastructure address with moderate risk classification. The subnet (45.61.188.0/24) maintains a clean classification despite containing one elevated-risk neighbor. No immediate defensive actions are required based on current signal data.
This summary was generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Verify critical details independently.
🏢 Ownership & Registration
| Organization | FranTech Solutions |
| ASN | AS53667 |
| Network Name | PONYNET-15 |
| CIDR Block | 45.61.128.0/18 |
| RIR | ARIN |
| Country | United States |
| 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 | Infrastructure / Datacenter |
| Service Purpose | Single-Service Host |
| Network Tier | Hosting — Infrastructure provider without advanced routing |
🔌 Services & Open Ports
| Port | Service | Protocol | Banner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3389 | rdp | tcp | — |
| Closed Ports | 22, 25, 80, 443, 8080, 8443 (1 open / 7 scanned) | ||
| Server | — |
| HTTP Title | — |
🔐 TLS Certificate
| SANs | None |
| Valid From | — |
| Valid Until | — |
🛡️ Public Network Snapshot
| Origin ASN | AS53667 |
| Network Prefix | 45.61.188.0/24 |
| Route mapping | Found |
🎯 Confidence Breakdown
Per-dimension confidence scores based on source diversity and data freshness
| Dimension | Score | Sources | Observations |
|---|---|---|---|
| threat | 27% | 2 | 3 |
| routing | 13% | 1 | 1 |
| services | 19% | 2 | 2 |
| ownership | 27% | 2 | 3 |
| reputation | 13% | 1 | 2 |
| geolocation | 27% | 2 | 3 |
| Overall | 21% | 10 | 14 |
| Data Coherence | Consistent (100%) |
| Attribution | Moderate (50%) |
| OwnershipFCrDNSGeo ConsensusGeo PlausibleIRR MatchRPKI Valid |
📅 Observation Timeline 🔄 Live
| First Seen | 2026-07-08 19:11:53 UTC |
| Last Seen | 2026-09-19 01:36:06 UTC |
| Profile Built | 2026-09-17 06:34:11 UTC |
| Data Freshness | Live |
| Signal Types | 20 |
| Total Observations | 23 |
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions About 45.61.188.204
Who owns the IP address 45.61.188.204?
45.61.188.204 is registered to FranTech Solutions. The address falls within the 45.61.128.0/18 network block. Registration is held at ARIN.
Where is 45.61.188.204 located?
Geolocation data places 45.61.188.204 in Miami, Florida, United States. IP geolocation is approximate and indicates the network's registered or routed location rather than a precise physical address.
Is 45.61.188.204 malicious or safe?
45.61.188.204 currently carries a moderate risk assessment, meaning some indicators warrant caution, but the evidence is mixed. This assessment is generated from continuously collected signals and can change over time.
What ports are open on 45.61.188.204?
Responsive ports observed on 45.61.188.204 include 3389. Port visibility reflects the most recent scan and may change as the host's configuration or firewall rules change.
Is 45.61.188.204 a VPN, proxy, or data center address?
45.61.188.204 is classified as hosting infrastructure based on network ownership and behavioural analysis.