Port 118SQL Services
Port 118 is associated with various SQL (Structured Query Language) services, which provide functionalities related to database management and data querying in client-server architectures. It facilitates communication between applications and database servers to execute queries, manage data storage, and perform database operations..
- transport
- tcp · udp
- in transit
- cleartext
- assignment
- official
- risk
- 4/10
- lookups
- 11,690
2 transports registered
payload readable on path
registered with iana
caution
rank 342 of 993 · top 34%
Technical Details
what runs on :118Port 118 has historically been assigned for SQL Services, which encompass systems designed to enable remote database management, query execution, and transactional processing. SQL, as a standardized query language, is pivotal for relational database management systems (RDBMS), enabling clients to perform data manipulation, retrieval, and administrative commands.
While mainstream SQL communication now primarily uses ports like 1433 for Microsoft SQL Server or 3306 for MySQL, legacy or specialized environments might still utilize port 118 for specific vendor implementations or proprietary SQL interfaces. This port can serve underlying database interfaces or middleware services facilitating SQL-based interactions with backend data stores.
Due to its use in facilitating database connectivity, port 118 may often be leveraged in internal enterprise networks, where applications require persistent or intermittent access to backend data. Understanding the context of use is important for correct networking configurations, access control implementation, and service optimization.
Security Information
exposure of :118risk score
4/ 10caution
worth attention. how exposed you are depends on configuration — don't leave it reachable from the internet without a reason.
databases averages 4.0 across 58 ports — this one sits level with it.
in transit
cleartext
credentials and payloads are readable by anyone on path
assignment
official
registered with iana for this service — scanners fingerprint it by number
reachable over
tcp · udp
udp is connectionless — source addresses are trivially spoofed and it is a reflection favourite
security overview
Common Vulnerabilities:
- Unauthorized access attempts exploiting weak authentication or misconfigurations can lead to data breaches.
- SQL injection attacks exploiting poorly designed client applications connecting on this port.
- Clear-text data transmission exposing sensitive information due to lack of encryption.
- Exploitation of known vulnerabilities in database services running on this port.
Mitigations:
- Enforce strong authentication and role-based access control on database services.
- Implement strict input validation and prepared statements to prevent SQL injection.
- Isolate database services behind firewalls, restricting inbound and outbound access to trusted hosts only.
- Leverage network encryption technologies (SSL/TLS tunnels or VPNs) to secure data in transit.
- Routinely update database software to patch known vulnerabilities and adhere to a vulnerability management process.
- Monitor logs and network traffic for unusual activities or repeated failed login attempts.
Related Ports
the 8 most looked-up other ports in databases — 58 ports carry that label.
| port | service | risk | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| :8882 | Atlasz Secure App Server | TCP | Web Services | caution | 66.9k |
| :9001 | ETL Service Manager | TCPUDP | Databases | caution | 28.6k |
| :2484 | Oracle SSL Listener | TCPUDPtls | Security | caution | 25.0k |
| :5495 | Applix TM1 Admin | TCP | Databases | caution | 24.8k |
| :591 | FileMaker Web Sharing | TCP | Web Services | caution | 23.1k |
| :1521 | Oracle TNS Listener | TCP | Security | caution | 19.6k |
| :21001 | AMLFilter Admin | TCP | Security | caution | 19.2k |
| :18206 | Audition FAM DB | TCPUDP | Databases | caution | 19.1k |
risk mix of the 8 listed
- caution100%
1 of 8 encrypted