152

BFTP

Low Risk

TCP/UDP — File Transfer

Port Overview

Port Number 152
Service Name BFTP
Transport Protocol TCP/UDP
Category File Transfer
Security Risk Low
Port Range Well-Known (0-1023)

What is Port 152?

BFTP (Background File Transfer Program) was designed for asynchronous, low-priority file transfers. Defined in RFC 1068. Completely obsolete.

TCP/UDP File Transfer

Security Considerations

Port 152 (BFTP) is classified as low risk. This service uses encryption or has a minimal attack surface, making it relatively safe to expose.

Recommendation: Standard security practices apply. Keep software updated and monitor access.

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