:497
(TCP)
High Risk
Retrospect
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TCP — File Transfer
Port Overview
Port Number
497
Service Name
Retrospect
Transport Protocol
TCP
Category
File Transfer
Security Risk
High
Port Range
Well-Known (0-1023)
What is Port 497?
Port 497 is assigned to Retrospect backup software for network backup client-server communication. Exposure risks unauthorized backup access.
TCP
File Transfer
Security Considerations
Port 497 (Retrospect) is classified as high risk. This port is a common target for automated scanning and brute-force attacks. If you must expose it, restrict access to known IP addresses.
Recommendation: Use firewall rules to whitelist trusted IPs. Enable rate limiting and intrusion detection.