Port 19880Softros LAN Messenger
Softros LAN Messenger is a secure instant messaging solution designed for internal communication within corporate local area networks. It allows team members to communicate efficiently without reliance on external servers or internet connections, providing a straightforward messaging interface suitable for workplace use..
- transport
- tcp
- in transit
- cleartext
- assignment
- unofficial
- risk
- 4/10
- lookups
- 9,559
single transport
payload readable on path
used by convention
caution
rank 499 of 993 · top 50%
Technical Details
what runs on :19880Softros LAN Messenger is an intranet messaging application tailored for office environments. It operates specifically over local area networks, without requiring an internet connection or dedicated messaging server. The software communicates peer-to-peer using the TCP protocol, typically over port 19880, enabling employees to chat, exchange files, and collaborate securely within a closed network.
The architecture is designed for simple deployment; users install the application which auto-discovers peers within the LAN segment. This facilitates direct communication without complex setup, making it ideal for small to medium-sized businesses wanting quick, private messaging capabilities.
Port 19880 primarily facilitates message exchange and presence notifications, serving as the main communication gateway for the application. The lack of requirement for external infrastructure reduces operational complexity, though it limits the application scope to internal use only.
Security Information
exposure of :19880risk 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
every listening transport is another surface to filter at the edge
security overview
Common Vulnerabilities:
- Unauthorized access if the LAN is compromised, as messages aren't encrypted by default.
- Possible exposure to man-in-the-middle attacks within the network since communication is unencrypted.
- Insufficient network segmentation can lead to unauthorized devices interacting with Softros Messenger nodes.
Mitigations:
- Use proper network segmentation and access controls to limit communication to trusted endpoints.
- Implement internal firewalls restricting port 19880 to known IP ranges.
- Enable or deploy encryption features if available, or utilize VPN tunnels within the LAN to safeguard messages.
- Regularly audit local network security to prevent unauthorized access and lateral movement.
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