Should port 2947 be open on my firewall?

Port 2947 is generally safe to have open. Apply standard security practices: keep software updated and monitor access logs.

What transport protocol does port 2947 use?

Port 2947 (gpsd) uses the TCP transport protocol and falls under the System & Infrastructure category.

:2947 (TCP)

gpsd

Q: Is port 2947 (gpsd) dangerous?

Port 2947 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.

Low Risk

TCP — System & Infrastructure

Port Overview

Port Number 2947

Service Name gpsd

Transport Protocol TCP

Category System & Infrastructure

Security Risk Low

Port Range Registered (1024-49151)

What is Port 2947?

Port 2947 is the default port for gpsd, a GPS daemon that provides a shared interface to GPS receiver data for multiple client applications. Applications can query gpsd on this port to retrieve location, time, and satellite data from connected GPS devices. gpsd is used on Linux systems, embedded devices, and navigation applications.

TCP System & Infrastructure

Security Considerations

Port 2947 (gpsd) is classified as low risk. This service uses encryption or has a minimal attack surface, making it relatively safe to expose.

Recommendation: Standard security practices apply. Keep software updated and monitor access.

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