During a network security monitoring session, you notice repeated attempts to access your web server from an unfamiliar address. What is the best initial step to take to assess the risk associated with this address?
Use AbuseIPDB to check the reputation of the address
Configure an intrusion detection system (IDS) to monitor the address
Check your network traffic logs for the corresponding address
The best initial step is to use AbuseIPDB to check the reputation of the address. This platform allows you to see if the address has been reported for malicious activities, which can help you quickly gauge the level of threat it poses. Checking firewall logs or configuring intrusion detection should follow the assessment of the address’s reputation but are not the first step.
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