48
Auditd
Medium RiskTCP/UDP — Security & VPN
Port Overview
Port Number
48
Service Name
Auditd
Transport Protocol
TCP/UDP
Category
Security & VPN
Security Risk
Medium
Port Range
Well-Known (0-1023)
What is Port 48?
Digital Audit Daemon. Used by Digital Equipment Corporation (DEC) systems for centralized audit logging and security event collection.
TCP/UDP
Security & VPN
Security Considerations
Port 48 (Auditd) 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.