8388
Shadowsocks
Medium RiskTCP/UDP — Security & VPN
Port Overview
Port Number
8388
Service Name
Shadowsocks
Transport Protocol
TCP/UDP
Category
Security & VPN
Security Risk
Medium
Port Range
Registered (1024-49151)
What is Port 8388?
Port 8388 is a commonly used port for Shadowsocks, an encrypted proxy protocol originally created to circumvent internet censorship in China. Shadowsocks servers listen on this configurable port and clients use it to establish encrypted SOCKS5 proxy connections. The port number is configurable, but 8388 is a frequently observed default in the wild.
TCP/UDP
Security & VPN
Security Considerations
Port 8388 (Shadowsocks) 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.