Is port 173 (Xyplex-MUX) dangerous?

Port 173 is classified as low risk. This service uses encryption or has a minimal attack surface, making it relatively safe to expose with standard security practices.

Should port 173 be open on my firewall?

Port 173 is generally safe to have open. Apply standard security practices: keep software updated and monitor access logs.

What transport protocol does port 173 use?

Port 173 (Xyplex-MUX) uses the TCP/UDP transport protocol and falls under the System & Infrastructure category.

:173 (TCP/UDP)

Xyplex-MUX

Low Risiko

TCP/UDP — System & Infrastructure

Ikhtisar Port

Nomor Port 173

Nama Layanan Xyplex-MUX

Protokol Transport TCP/UDP

Kategori System & Infrastructure

Risiko Keamanan Low

Rentang Port Well-Known (0-1023)

Apa itu Port 173?

Xyplex Terminal Server Multiplexer. Used by Xyplex terminal servers to multiplex multiple terminal sessions over a single connection.

TCP/UDP System & Infrastructure

Pertimbangan Keamanan

Port 173 (Xyplex-MUX) diklasifikasikan sebagai risiko rendah. Layanan ini menggunakan enkripsi atau memiliki permukaan serangan yang minimal, sehingga relatif aman untuk diekspos.

Rekomendasi: Terapkan praktik keamanan standar. Jaga perangkat lunak tetap diperbarui dan pantau akses.

Port Terkait — System & Infrastructure

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Istilah Terkait

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