2087
cPanel WHM SSL
Medium RiskTCP — Web
Port Overview
Port Number
2087
Service Name
cPanel WHM SSL
Transport Protocol
TCP
Category
Web
Security Risk
Medium
Port Range
Registered (1024-49151)
What is Port 2087?
Port 2087 is the secure HTTPS version of cPanel's Web Host Manager (WHM) administrative interface. Hosting providers and resellers use this encrypted port to manage server configurations, DNS zones, and hosting accounts. Using port 2087 instead of 2086 ensures administrative credentials are protected in transit.
TCP
Web
Commonly Used
Security Considerations
Port 2087 (cPanel WHM SSL) 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.