1214
Kazaa
Medium RiskTCP — File Transfer
Port Overview
Port Number
1214
Service Name
Kazaa
Transport Protocol
TCP
Category
File Transfer
Security Risk
Medium
Port Range
Registered (1024-49151)
What is Port 1214?
Port 1214 was used by Kazaa and Morpheus, popular peer-to-peer file sharing applications in the early 2000s. These applications enabled decentralized sharing of music, videos, and other files. The service has largely been defunct since legal actions shut down Kazaa's operations.
TCP
File Transfer
Security Considerations
Port 1214 (Kazaa) 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.