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BackupExec
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..
Port 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.