Is port 65 (TACACS-DS) dangerous?

Port 65 is classified as medium risk. It is commonly exposed but consider using encrypted alternatives where available and monitor activity.

Should port 65 be open on my firewall?

Port 65 can be open but should be monitored closely. Keep the service updated and prefer encrypted alternatives where available.

What transport protocol does port 65 use?

Port 65 (TACACS-DS) uses the TCP/UDP transport protocol and falls under the Security & VPN category.

:65 (TCP/UDP)

TACACS-DS

Medium Risque

TCP/UDP — Security & VPN

Aperçu du port

Numéro de port 65

Nom du service TACACS-DS

Protocole de transport TCP/UDP

Catégorie Security & VPN

Risque de sécurité Medium

Plage de ports Bien connu (0-1023)

Qu'est-ce que le port 65?

TACACS-DS (Terminal Access Controller Access Control System - Database Service) is a predecessor variant of TACACS used for centralized authentication of terminal access. It was used in early ARPANET environments to control access to network devices. It has been fully superseded by TACACS+ (port 49) and RADIUS.

TCP/UDP Security & VPN

Considérations de sécurité

Le port 65 (TACACS-DS) est classifié comme risque moyen. Bien que ce service soit couramment exposé, envisagez d'utiliser des alternatives chiffrées lorsqu'elles sont disponibles.

Recommandation : Maintenez le service à jour. Surveillez les journaux pour détecter toute activité inhabituelle.

Ports associés — Security & VPN

31 MSG-AUTH 48 Auditd 49 TACACS 56 XNS-AUTH 62 ACA Services 88 Kerberos 90 DNSIX Security 128 GSS-XLicen

Termes associés

SSL/TLS Certificate DDoS DNS Spoofing Encryption Firewall HTTPS