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8081

HTTP Alternate / Nexus Repository

Medium Risk

TCP — Web

Port Overview

Port Number 8081
Service Name HTTP Alternate / Nexus Repository
Transport Protocol TCP
Category Web
Security Risk Medium
Port Range Registered (1024-49151)

What is Port 8081?

Port 8081 is a widely used alternate HTTP port for web servers, development tools, and artifact repositories. Sonatype Nexus Repository Manager uses this port as its default HTTP port for hosting Maven, npm, and Docker repositories. It is also commonly used by Hazelcast, various microservice frameworks, and local development proxy servers.

TCP Web Commonly Used

Security Considerations

Port 8081 (HTTP Alternate / Nexus Repository) 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 — Web

70 Gopher 80 HTTP 81 HTTP Alternate 280 http-mgmt 443 HTTPS 808 CCProxy HTTP 843 Flash Policy 901 SWAT
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