Is port 4662 (eMule / eDonkey) dangerous?

Port 4662 is classified as medium risk. It is commonly exposed but consider using encrypted alternatives where available and monitor activity.

Should port 4662 be open on my firewall?

Port 4662 can be open but should be monitored closely. Keep the service updated and prefer encrypted alternatives where available.

What transport protocol does port 4662 use?

Port 4662 (eMule / eDonkey) uses the TCP/UDP transport protocol and falls under the File Transfer category.

:4662 (TCP/UDP)

eMule / eDonkey

Medium Risk

TCP/UDP — File Transfer

Port Overview

Port Number 4662

Service Name eMule / eDonkey

Transport Protocol TCP/UDP

Category File Transfer

Security Risk Medium

Port Range Registered (1024-49151)

What is Port 4662?

Port 4662 is used by the eMule and eDonkey2000 peer-to-peer file sharing applications for client-to-server and client-to-client connections. The eDonkey network uses this port for TCP connections while UDP is used for server searches and kad network participation. This port is associated with P2P file sharing and may indicate policy violations in corporate environments.

TCP/UDP File Transfer

Security Considerations

Port 4662 (eMule / eDonkey) 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 — File Transfer

20 FTP Data 21 FTP Control 59 Private File Service 69 TFTP 82 XFER Utility 97 Swift-RVF 115 SFTP (Simple FTP) 117 UUCP Path

Related Terms

ARP FTP HTTP ICMP IMAP NTP