Is port 107 (Remote Telnet) dangerous?

Port 107 is classified as medium risk. It is commonly exposed but consider using encrypted alternatives where available and monitor activity.

Should port 107 be open on my firewall?

Port 107 can be open but should be monitored closely. Keep the service updated and prefer encrypted alternatives where available.

What transport protocol does port 107 use?

Port 107 (Remote Telnet) uses the TCP transport protocol and falls under the Remote Access category.

:107 (TCP)

Remote Telnet

Medium Risk

TCP — Remote Access

Port Overview

Port Number 107

Service Name Remote Telnet

Transport Protocol TCP

Category Remote Access

Security Risk Medium

Port Range Well-Known (0-1023)

What is Port 107?

Port 107 was assigned as an alternate or gateway-mediated Telnet service. This service is completely obsolete and replaced by SSH.

TCP Remote Access

Security Considerations

Port 107 (Remote Telnet) 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.

Related Ports — Remote Access

22 SSH 23 Telnet 57 Private Terminal Access 89 SU/MIT Telnet Gateway 95 SUPDUP 177 XDMCP 219 Uarps 221 FLN-SPX

Related Terms

SSL/TLS Certificate DDoS DNS Spoofing Encryption Firewall HTTPS