Is port 992 (Telnets) dangerous?

Port 992 is classified as medium risk. It is commonly exposed but consider using encrypted alternatives where available and monitor activity.

Should port 992 be open on my firewall?

Port 992 can be open but should be monitored closely. Keep the service updated and prefer encrypted alternatives where available.

Port 992 (Telnets) uses the TCP transport protocol and falls under the Remote Access category.

:992 (TCP)

Medium Risk

TCP — Remote Access

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Port Number 992

Service Name Telnets

Transport Protocol TCP

Category Remote Access

Security Risk Medium

Port Range Well-Known (0-1023)

Telnet over SSL/TLS. While it addresses Telnet's plaintext problem, SSH on port 22 is universally preferred. Negligible deployment.

TCP Remote Access

Port 992 (Telnets) is classified as medium risk. While this service is commonly exposed, consider using encrypted alternatives where available.

Recommendation: Keep the service updated. Monitor logs for unusual activity.