Port 19771Softros LAN Messenger

Softros LAN Messenger is a secure, serverless instant messaging application designed primarily for intra-office communication within a local area network. It supports one-to-one messages, group chats, broadcast notifications, and file transfers, enabling efficient, encrypted collaboration without exposing sensitive data outside the organization..

transport
tcp · udp

2 transports registered

in transit
cleartext

payload readable on path

assignment
unofficial

used by convention

risk
4/10

caution

lookups
16,423

rank 179 of 993 · top 18%

Technical Details

what runs on :19771

Softros LAN Messenger operates as a peer-to-peer messaging platform leveraging both TCP and UDP protocols over local area networks, facilitating quick and secure communication between users without the necessity of an external server or internet access. The software is available on multiple platforms including Windows, macOS, and Android, enhancing cross-platform collaboration among employees within the same network environment.

The messenger provides features such as individual and group chat rooms, broadcast announcements, and drag-and-drop enabled file transfers. These functionalities rely on direct socket connections over LAN, ensuring low-latency message delivery and the capacity to handle large file exchanges efficiently. Moreover, the application integrates remote assistance features compatible with Microsoft and Citrix Terminal Services, further improving IT support capabilities within enterprises.

Security is a primary focus; all communications are encrypted using AES-256, providing robust defense against eavesdropping within the local network. Nevertheless, since communication stays entirely within the LAN, it simplifies network administration and reduces exposure to threats from outside the organization while maintaining high performance.

Security Information

exposure of :19771

risk score

4/ 10caution

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

network services averages 3.9 across 604 ports — this one sits 0.1 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 · udp

udp is connectionless — source addresses are trivially spoofed and it is a reflection favourite

security overview

Common Vulnerabilities

  • Potential exposure if LAN perimeter defenses are weak, allowing unauthorized internal users with network access to attempt packet sniffing or man-in-the-middle attacks during message exchanges.
  • Risks if the communication encryption is improperly implemented or out-of-date, potentially weakening the assurance of confidentiality.
  • Threats related to social engineering or phishing via messaging, leading to propagation of malicious links or attachments internally.

Common Mitigations

  • Enforce strong network segmentation and access controls within the LAN, ensuring only authorized devices and users participate in Softros LAN Messenger communication.
  • Keep the application updated to ensure any encryption or protocol vulnerabilities are patched promptly.
  • Educate employees on safe messaging practices, including verification of message sources before opening links or files.
  • Employ network monitoring tools to detect unusual communication patterns or access attempts.
  • Implement endpoint security solutions to filter malicious attachments and links before they pose a threat.

the 8 most looked-up other ports in network services — 604 ports carry that label.

risk mix of the 8 listed

  • caution100%

0 of 8 encrypted