80
HTTP
Medium RiskTCP — Web
Port Overview
Port Number
80
Service Name
HTTP
Transport Protocol
TCP
Category
Web
Security Risk
Medium
Port Range
Well-Known (0-1023)
What is Port 80?
Hypertext Transfer Protocol. The foundation of the World Wide Web, used for transmitting web pages, APIs, and other content. Traffic is unencrypted — use HTTPS (port 443) for security.
TCP
Web
Commonly Used
Security Considerations
Port 80 (HTTP) 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.