Introducing Bulk IP Lookup v2

Overview

FraudGuard.io is excited to announce the release of our Bulk IP Lookup v2 API, a powerful upgrade designed to provide even greater control over IP-based threat management. Building on the robust features of V1, the new Bulk IP Lookup v2 introduces geoblock, blacklist, and whitelist support enabling you to fine-tune your traffic filtering based on geographic regions and custom criteria.

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Key Features of Bulk IP Lookup v2

Here’s what sets the new API apart:

Geoblock Support

Dynamically manage traffic by blocking or allowing specific geographic regions. This feature enables businesses to protect their APIs and applications from high-risk countries while ensuring seamless access for legitimate users.

Blacklist Support

Automatically block IPs that match your custom-defined blacklist criteria. This ensures that previously identified threats are proactively mitigated without manual intervention.

Whitelist Support

Allow IPs from trusted sources by defining a custom whitelist. This prevents accidental blocking of legitimate traffic, ensuring your services remain accessible to verified users.

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Example Use Case: Streamlining IP Threat Management with Bulk IP Lookup v2

FraudGuard.io’s Bulk IP Lookup v2 API seamlessly integrates with our admin tools and related APIs for blacklist, whitelist, and geoblocking management. This ensures a streamlined workflow for handling IP threat intelligence and maintaining effective traffic controls.

Scenario: Enhanced IP Insights for Traffic Filtering

Imagine your business is experiencing a surge in suspicious activity originating from various regions. FraudGuard.io allows you to address this challenge efficiently through a combination of administrative tools and the Bulk IP Lookup v2 API:

1. Pre-Configuration:
   • Add or remove IP addresses from your custom blacklist or whitelist using our intuitive admin pages or via the dedicated APIs:
     • Custom Blacklist Admin Page
     • Custom Whitelist Admin Page
     • Post to Custom Blacklist API
     • Post to Custom Whitelist API
     • Delete from Custom Blacklist API
     • Delete from Custom Whitelist API
     • Get Custom Blacklist API
     • Get Custom Whitelist API
   • Configure geoblocking policies to restrict traffic from high-risk regions.
     • Geocontrol Admin Page
2. Bulk IP Lookup:
   • Use the Bulk IP Lookup v2 API to analyze incoming IP addresses in real time. The API evaluates each IP against:
     • Your custom blacklist and whitelist.
     • Your geoblocking policies configured via the Geocontrol Admin Page.
   • The API returns comprehensive results, including IP reputation data, geographic details, and risk level indicators.

Outcome

By leveraging FraudGuard.io’s admin tools and Bulk IP Lookup v2 API, you can:

• Dynamically adapt your traffic management strategies based on real-time insights.
• Automate IP filtering to reduce manual effort and operational overhead.
• Ensure legitimate users experience uninterrupted access while effectively blocking threats.

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How to Start Using Bulk IP Lookup v2

Getting started with Bulk IP Lookup v2 is straightforward. Follow these steps to integrate this powerful tool into your workflow:

1. Review the Documentation

Visit the Bulk IP Lookup v2 API documentation to understand the endpoint structure, request parameters, and response format.

2. Configure Your Blacklist, Whitelist, and Geoblocking Policies

Before using the Bulk IP Lookup v2 API, configure your custom lists and geoblocking rules:

• Blacklist Admin Page
• Whitelist Admin Page
• Geocontrol Admin Page

3. Make a Bulk IP Lookup API Call

Use the following example to query multiple IPs with geoblock, whitelist, and blacklist checks:

curl -X POST -u "your_username:your_password" "https://api.fraudguard.io/api/v2/bulk_lookup" \
-H "Content-Type: application/json" \
-d '[
    "1.20.97.181",
    "82.25.3.7",
    "203.0.113.15",
    "198.51.100.42"
]'

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