Port 12012Axence nVision

Axence nVision is a comprehensive network monitoring and management solution used by organizations to oversee resources, track network activity, and ensure security compliance. It facilitates real-time monitoring, asset management, user activity analysis, helpdesk support, and data protection practices, typically through a centralized management console accessed over specific TCP ports..

transport
tcp

single transport

in transit
cleartext

payload readable on path

assignment
unofficial

used by convention

risk
4/10

caution

lookups
8,786

rank 573 of 993 · top 58%

1 other service is registered on port 12012. compare all 2

Technical Details

what runs on :12012
  • Overview: Axence nVision is an integrated IT management suite designed to provide network administrators with in-depth visibility into network operations. Its capabilities encompass real-time network monitoring, hardware and software inventory, user activity tracking, and helpdesk management, making it a versatile tool for IT environments.

  • Communication: The suite uses proprietary protocols and communication streams over TCP port 12012 to facilitate secure data transmission between the management console and agents installed on network endpoints. These interactions allow for collecting system metrics, logs, alerts, and managing IT assets efficiently.

  • Deployment: Typically, Axence nVision operates in a client-server setup, where the central server communicates with distributed agents. The port 12012 is designated for administrative and monitoring tasks. It's crucial for internal network communication and may require appropriate firewall rules to function optimally within enterprise environments.

Security Information

exposure of :12012

risk score

4/ 10caution

worth attention. how exposed you are depends on configuration — don't leave it reachable from the internet without a reason.

security averages 3.8 across 216 ports — this one sits 0.2 above.

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

tcp

every listening transport is another surface to filter at the edge

security overview

  • Common Vulnerabilities:

    • Unauthorized access if port 12012 is exposed to the internet without proper access controls.
    • Potential exploitation of unpatched vulnerabilities in the Axence nVision software.
    • Information disclosure through unencrypted communication if encryption is not properly configured.
  • Mitigations:

    • Limit access to port 12012 strictly to trusted internal hosts; avoid exposing it externally.
    • Implement strong authentication and authorization mechanisms within nVision.
    • Regularly update the software to address security vulnerabilities.
    • Use network segmentation and strict firewall policies.
    • Consider VPN or encryption tunnels to secure data in transit.

the 8 most looked-up other ports in security — 216 ports carry that label.

risk mix of the 8 listed

  • caution100%

3 of 8 encrypted