Is port 5357 (WSDAPI (Web Services for Devices)) dangerous?

Port 5357 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.

Should port 5357 be open on my firewall?

Port 5357 is generally safe to have open. Apply standard security practices: keep software updated and monitor access logs.

What transport protocol does port 5357 use?

Port 5357 (WSDAPI (Web Services for Devices)) uses the TCP/UDP transport protocol and falls under the System & Infrastructure category.

:5357 (TCP/UDP)

WSDAPI (Web Services for Devices)

Low Risco

TCP/UDP — System & Infrastructure

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Visão geral da porta

Número de porta 5357

Nome do serviço WSDAPI (Web Services for Devices)

Protocolo de transporte TCP/UDP

Categoria System & Infrastructure

Risco de segurança Low

Intervalo de portas Registradas (1024-49151)

O que é a porta 5357?

Port 5357 is used by Microsoft Web Services for Devices API (WSDAPI) for device discovery and communication on Windows networks. It powers Windows Network Discovery, enabling computers to find printers, cameras, and other devices on the local network. This port is used by the SSDP and WS-Discovery protocols for UPnP-like functionality.

TCP/UDP System & Infrastructure

Considerações de segurança

A porta 5357 (WSDAPI (Web Services for Devices)) é classificada como baixo risco. Este serviço usa criptografia ou tem uma superfície de ataque mínima, tornando-o relativamente seguro para expor.

Recomendação: Aplique práticas de segurança padrão. Mantenha o software atualizado e monitore o acesso.

WSDAPI (Web Services for Devices)

Visão geral da porta

O que é a porta 5357?

Considerações de segurança

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