Is port 2380 (etcd Peer) dangerous?

Port 2380 is classified as critical risk and should not be exposed to the public internet. It transmits data without encryption, making it vulnerable to eavesdropping and credential theft.

Should port 2380 be open on my firewall?

No, port 2380 should not be open to the public internet. Block it at the firewall and use encrypted alternatives such as SSH, SFTP, or HTTPS instead.

What transport protocol does port 2380 use?

Port 2380 (etcd Peer) uses the TCP transport protocol and falls under the Database category.

:2380 (TCP)

etcd Peer

Critical Risk

TCP — Database

Port Overview

Port Number 2380

Service Name etcd Peer

Transport Protocol TCP

Category Database

Security Risk Critical

Port Range Registered (1024-49151)

What is Port 2380?

Port 2380 is used for etcd peer-to-peer communication between etcd cluster members. etcd nodes use this port to replicate data, elect leaders, and maintain cluster consensus via the Raft protocol. Access to this port should be strictly limited to etcd cluster member nodes.

TCP Database Commonly Used

Security Considerations

Port 2380 (etcd Peer) is classified as critical risk. This port should not be exposed to the public internet. The service transmits data without encryption, making it vulnerable to eavesdropping, credential theft, and man-in-the-middle attacks.

Recommendation: Block this port at the firewall. Use encrypted alternatives (SSH, SFTP, HTTPS) instead.

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Related Terms

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