{"id":9634377236754,"title":"ViewDNS Lookup IP History Integration","handle":"viewdns-lookup-ip-history-integration","description":"\u003cbody\u003e\n\n\n \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n \u003cmeta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\"\u003e\n \u003ctitle\u003eUnderstanding the Use of ViewDNS IP History API Endpoint\u003c\/title\u003e\n \u003cstyle\u003e\n body {\n font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\n }\n h1, p {\n margin: 0.8em 0;\n }\n code {\n background-color: #F5F5F5;\n padding: 2px 4px;\n border-radius: 4px;\n font-family: monospace;\n }\n \u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\n \u003ch1\u003eUnderstanding the Use of ViewDNS IP History API Endpoint\u003c\/h1\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n The \u003ccode\u003eLookup IP History\u003c\/code\u003e API endpoint offered by ViewDNS is a powerful tool that enables users to research the historical records of domain-IP mappings. This can be invaluable for a range of purposes such as cybersecurity analysis, digital forensics, and intellectual property management.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n This particular endpoint helps solve several problems:\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cstrong\u003eTracking Domain Evolution:\u003c\/strong\u003e By querying the IP history of a domain, you can chart how it has changed over time. This might indicate a shift in hosting services, potentially due to changes in the company's structure or strategy.\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cstrong\u003eInvestigating Cybersecurity Incidents:\u003c\/strong\u003e Analyzing the historical IP data of a domain can reveal connections to malicious activities or infrastructure. For example, a domain that has recently changed its IP to one known for hosting malware can indicate a possible compromise.\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cstrong\u003eVerifying Ownership:\u003c\/strong\u003e IP history can also help verify the legitimacy of a business over time or during a legal investigation. Consistency in IP usage could help establish a pattern of ownership.\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cstrong\u003eBusiness Intelligence:\u003c\/strong\u003e Companies may track the IP histories of competitors’ domains to glean insights into their operational changes or new developments.\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cstrong\u003eEnsuring Compliance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Organizations need to maintain control over their online assets. Monitoring IP history can ensure that domains are compliant with internal policies and external regulations.\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n To use the \u003ccode\u003eLookup IP History\u003c\/code\u003e service, you generally need to submit an HTTP GET or POST request to the API endpoint with the domain name as a parameter. The API will then return a list of historical IP addresses associated with that domain. Integrating with the API requires programming knowledge and authentication keys, acquired typically through registering for an API subscription.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n Here's an example of an HTTP GET request to use this API service:\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ccode\u003ehttps:\/\/api.viewdns.info\/iphistory\/?domain=example.com\u0026amp;apikey=[YOUR_API_KEY]\u0026amp;output=[desired_output_format]\u003c\/code\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n Replacing \u003ccode\u003eexample.com\u003c\/code\u003e with the domain under investigation and \u003ccode\u003e[YOUR_API_KEY]\u003c\/code\u003e with your personal API key will initiate the query. The \u003ccode\u003e[desired_output_format]\u003c\/code\u003e can be replaced with JSON, XML, or other supported formats, depending on your preferences or needs for further data parsing and analysis.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n In conclusion, the \u003ccode\u003eLookup IP History\u003c\/code\u003e endpoint of ViewDNS offers a window into the past configurations of domains, providing valuable knowledge for diverse use cases. It represents an important facet of digital intelligence efforts, aiding in assessing the credibility, security, and operational history of online entities.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/body\u003e","published_at":"2024-06-26T05:29:57-05:00","created_at":"2024-06-26T05:29:57-05:00","vendor":"ViewDNS","type":"Integration","tags":[],"price":0,"price_min":0,"price_max":0,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":49726641045778,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"ViewDNS Lookup IP History Integration","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":0,"weight":0,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_management":null,"barcode":null,"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[]}],"images":[],"featured_image":null,"options":["Title"],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003cbody\u003e\n\n\n \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n \u003cmeta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\"\u003e\n \u003ctitle\u003eUnderstanding the Use of ViewDNS IP History API Endpoint\u003c\/title\u003e\n \u003cstyle\u003e\n body {\n font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\n }\n h1, p {\n margin: 0.8em 0;\n }\n code {\n background-color: #F5F5F5;\n padding: 2px 4px;\n border-radius: 4px;\n font-family: monospace;\n }\n \u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\n \u003ch1\u003eUnderstanding the Use of ViewDNS IP History API Endpoint\u003c\/h1\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n The \u003ccode\u003eLookup IP History\u003c\/code\u003e API endpoint offered by ViewDNS is a powerful tool that enables users to research the historical records of domain-IP mappings. This can be invaluable for a range of purposes such as cybersecurity analysis, digital forensics, and intellectual property management.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n This particular endpoint helps solve several problems:\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cstrong\u003eTracking Domain Evolution:\u003c\/strong\u003e By querying the IP history of a domain, you can chart how it has changed over time. This might indicate a shift in hosting services, potentially due to changes in the company's structure or strategy.\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cstrong\u003eInvestigating Cybersecurity Incidents:\u003c\/strong\u003e Analyzing the historical IP data of a domain can reveal connections to malicious activities or infrastructure. For example, a domain that has recently changed its IP to one known for hosting malware can indicate a possible compromise.\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cstrong\u003eVerifying Ownership:\u003c\/strong\u003e IP history can also help verify the legitimacy of a business over time or during a legal investigation. Consistency in IP usage could help establish a pattern of ownership.\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cstrong\u003eBusiness Intelligence:\u003c\/strong\u003e Companies may track the IP histories of competitors’ domains to glean insights into their operational changes or new developments.\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n \u003cstrong\u003eEnsuring Compliance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Organizations need to maintain control over their online assets. Monitoring IP history can ensure that domains are compliant with internal policies and external regulations.\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n To use the \u003ccode\u003eLookup IP History\u003c\/code\u003e service, you generally need to submit an HTTP GET or POST request to the API endpoint with the domain name as a parameter. The API will then return a list of historical IP addresses associated with that domain. Integrating with the API requires programming knowledge and authentication keys, acquired typically through registering for an API subscription.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n Here's an example of an HTTP GET request to use this API service:\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ccode\u003ehttps:\/\/api.viewdns.info\/iphistory\/?domain=example.com\u0026amp;apikey=[YOUR_API_KEY]\u0026amp;output=[desired_output_format]\u003c\/code\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n Replacing \u003ccode\u003eexample.com\u003c\/code\u003e with the domain under investigation and \u003ccode\u003e[YOUR_API_KEY]\u003c\/code\u003e with your personal API key will initiate the query. The \u003ccode\u003e[desired_output_format]\u003c\/code\u003e can be replaced with JSON, XML, or other supported formats, depending on your preferences or needs for further data parsing and analysis.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\n In conclusion, the \u003ccode\u003eLookup IP History\u003c\/code\u003e endpoint of ViewDNS offers a window into the past configurations of domains, providing valuable knowledge for diverse use cases. It represents an important facet of digital intelligence efforts, aiding in assessing the credibility, security, and operational history of online entities.\n \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/body\u003e"}