Is port 5357 (WSDAPI (Web Services for Devices)) dangerous?

Port 5357 is classified as low risk. This service uses encryption or has a minimal attack surface, making it relatively safe to expose with standard security practices.

Should port 5357 be open on my firewall?

Port 5357 is generally safe to have open. Apply standard security practices: keep software updated and monitor access logs.

What transport protocol does port 5357 use?

Port 5357 (WSDAPI (Web Services for Devices)) uses the TCP/UDP transport protocol and falls under the System & Infrastructure category.

:5357 (TCP/UDP)

WSDAPI (Web Services for Devices)

Low Risiko

TCP/UDP — System & Infrastructure

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Ikhtisar Port

Nomor Port 5357

Nama Layanan WSDAPI (Web Services for Devices)

Protokol Transport TCP/UDP

Kategori System & Infrastructure

Risiko Keamanan Low

Rentang Port Terdaftar (1024-49151)

Apa itu Port 5357?

Port 5357 is used by Microsoft Web Services for Devices API (WSDAPI) for device discovery and communication on Windows networks. It powers Windows Network Discovery, enabling computers to find printers, cameras, and other devices on the local network. This port is used by the SSDP and WS-Discovery protocols for UPnP-like functionality.

TCP/UDP System & Infrastructure

Pertimbangan Keamanan

Port 5357 (WSDAPI (Web Services for Devices)) diklasifikasikan sebagai risiko rendah. Layanan ini menggunakan enkripsi atau memiliki permukaan serangan yang minimal, sehingga relatif aman untuk diekspos.

Rekomendasi: Terapkan praktik keamanan standar. Jaga perangkat lunak tetap diperbarui dan pantau akses.

WSDAPI (Web Services for Devices)

Ikhtisar Port

Apa itu Port 5357?

Pertimbangan Keamanan

Port Terkait — System & Infrastructure

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