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Port 15000psyBNC

psyBNC is a popular IRC proxy or Bouncer that allows IRC users to maintain a persistent connection to IRC networks even when they are disconnected. Commonly used by advanced users for privacy, convenience, and hiding IP addresses, it offers multi-server support and filtering capabilities, making it a versatile tool for managing IRC sessions efficiently..

inSecurityNetwork ServicesVoice and Chat
transport
tcp

single transport

in transit
cleartext

payload readable on path

assignment
unofficial

used by convention

risk
4/10

caution

lookups
13,143

rank 285 of 993 · top 29%

3 other services are registered on port 15000. compare all 4 →

Technical Details

what runs on :15000

psyBNC (psychogenic Bouncer) is a proxy tool specifically designed for Internet Relay Chat (IRC). Its primary function is to act as an intermediary between an IRC client and IRC servers, enabling persistent connections that survive client disconnects or network interruptions. This allows users to remain connected to their IRC channels and receive messages even when their local client is offline, enhancing usability for users on unstable connections.

Technical features of psyBNC include multi-server connectivity, per-user connection management, channel filtering, and support for encrypted connections. It can serve multiple IRC users simultaneously, each with their own configuration. The bouncer logs activity while users are disconnected so conversations are available on reconnection. psyBNC typically runs on Unix-based systems and is accessed remotely over a configurable port—the default often being 15000, though this can vary.

Due to its design, psyBNC often runs on compromised or co-hosted servers where users lack root privileges. It is configured via text files and supports numerous advanced options. As an IRC tool, maintenance and updates rely heavily on user configuration and manual security enforcement, which can influence its security posture and operational reliability.

Security Information

exposure of :15000

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 related to psyBNC instances include:

  • Use of weak or no authentication, exposing the proxy to unauthorized access
  • Running outdated software with unpatched security flaws
  • Misconfigured permissions leading to privilege escalation or service abuse
  • Exposure of sensitive logs or configuration files
  • Being coopted by malicious users for anonymity, facilitating IRC botnets or malicious campaigns

Mitigations focus on:

  • Enabling strong, unique passwords for administrative and user access
  • Restricting access to the psyBNC port using firewalls, IP whitelisting, or tunneling
  • Keeping the software updated with available patches
  • Running psyBNC within sandboxed environments or limited user accounts
  • Monitoring logs and connection attempts to detect abuse
  • Avoid exposing psyBNC to untrusted networks unless fully secured

Given its unofficial and privacy-centric use cases, psyBNC can both enhance privacy and pose network risks if poorly secured.

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