4662
eMule / eDonkey
Medium RiskTCP/UDP — File Transfer
Port Overview
Port Number
4662
Service Name
eMule / eDonkey
Transport Protocol
TCP/UDP
Category
File Transfer
Security Risk
Medium
Port Range
Registered (1024-49151)
What is Port 4662?
Port 4662 is used by the eMule and eDonkey2000 peer-to-peer file sharing applications for client-to-server and client-to-client connections. The eDonkey network uses this port for TCP connections while UDP is used for server searches and kad network participation. This port is associated with P2P file sharing and may indicate policy violations in corporate environments.
TCP/UDP
File Transfer
Security Considerations
Port 4662 (eMule / eDonkey) 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.