Is port 1512 (WINS) dangerous?

Port 1512 is classified as medium risk. It is commonly exposed but consider using encrypted alternatives where available and monitor activity.

Should port 1512 be open on my firewall?

Port 1512 can be open but should be monitored closely. Keep the service updated and prefer encrypted alternatives where available.

What transport protocol does port 1512 use?

Port 1512 (WINS) uses the TCP/UDP transport protocol and falls under the DNS category.

:1512 (TCP/UDP)

WINS

Medium Risk

TCP/UDP — DNS

Port Overview

Port Number 1512

Service Name WINS

Transport Protocol TCP/UDP

Category DNS

Security Risk Medium

Port Range Registered (1024-49151)

What is Port 1512?

Port 1512 is used by Windows Internet Name Service (WINS), Microsoft's implementation of NetBIOS Name Service (NBNS). WINS resolves NetBIOS names to IP addresses in older Windows networks. While largely replaced by DNS, it still appears in legacy Windows enterprise environments.

TCP/UDP DNS

Security Considerations

Port 1512 (WINS) 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.

Related Ports — DNS

42 WINS / nameserver 53 DNS 101 NIC Host Name 202 AT-NBP 206 AT-ZIS 558 SDNSKMP 634 GINAD 853 DNS over TLS

Related Terms

A Record AAAA Record Authoritative DNS Server CNAME Record DNS DNS Resolver