Port 10000BackupExec
Symantec Backup Exec commonly uses port 10000 for its data transmissions, particularly via the Network Data Management Protocol (NDMP). This service facilitates backup, recovery, and data management between servers and backup storage devices, enabling streamlined enterprise data protection. Its prevalence across backup environments makes it an important yet potentially vulnerable port if not secured properly..
- transport
- unknown
- in transit
- cleartext
- assignment
- unofficial
- risk
- 4/10
- lookups
- 15,333
single transport
payload readable on path
used by convention
caution
rank 211 of 993 · top 21%
2 other services are registered on port 10000. compare all 3 →
Technical Details
what runs on :10000Port 10000 is widely associated with Symantec Backup Exec and the Network Data Management Protocol (NDMP). NDMP enables centralized control of backups and restores, simplifying data protection across heterogeneous storage systems and network infrastructures. Devices such as tape libraries and backup servers communicate over port 10000 to transfer backup data efficiently.
Backup Exec leverages this port to coordinate backup operations, device management, and data flow control. The protocol supports functions like snapshot management, incremental backups, and automated scheduling, which streamline data integrity management and restoration tasks.
Although initially designed for TCP, NDMP implementations can vary. However, by default, most Backup Exec interactions on this port are over TCP, with SCTP rarely used. In many cases, administrators restrict it to internal networks due to the sensitive nature of backup operations. Given the criticality of data involved, network segmentation is highly recommended to protect this service.
Security Information
exposure of :10000risk score
4/ 10caution
worth attention. how exposed you are depends on configuration — don't leave it reachable from the internet without a reason.
file transfer averages 4.1 across 114 ports — this one sits 0.1 below.
in transit
cleartext
credentials and payloads are readable by anyone on path
assignment
unofficial
used by convention, not registered — what answers here varies by deployment
reachable over
unknown
every listening transport is another surface to filter at the edge
security overview
Common vulnerabilities:
- Backup Exec services have historically faced issues such as buffer overflows, authentication bypass, or improper input handling
- Unsecured NDMP communications can lead to data interception or unauthorized access to backup data
- Default credentials or misconfigurations could allow threat actors to access critical backups or interfere with scheduled tasks
Mitigations:
- Always apply the latest security patches and updates from Backup Exec vendors
- Enforce strong authentication mechanisms and avoid default credentials
- Restrict port 10000 access to trusted internal networks using access control lists (ACLs) and firewalls
- Monitor service usage actively to detect suspicious or unexpected activity
- Employ encryption at the data or network layer to safeguard sensitive information during transfers
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risk mix of the 8 listed
- caution100%
1 of 8 encrypted