Port 24800Synergy

Synergy is a versatile software application that enables users to seamlessly share a single keyboard and mouse across multiple devices and operating systems. It effectively merges desktops into one fluid workspace, eliminating the need for separate input devices for each machine..

transport
unknown

single transport

in transit
cleartext

payload readable on path

assignment
unofficial

used by convention

risk
4/10

caution

lookups
11,940

rank 332 of 993 · top 33%

Technical Details

what runs on :24800

Synergy operates by designating one device as the server where the keyboard and mouse are physically connected, and other devices as clients that receive control input over a network connection. It is compatible with multiple operating systems, including Windows, macOS, and various Linux distributions, providing a cross-platform solution for managing multiple computers.

Communication between Synergy clients and server typically occurs over a user-defined TCP port; however, it can be configurable and uses different protocols depending on settings and versions. In some cases, Synergy operates without a fixed port assignment, using dynamic port negotiation or tunnels.

Being open-source with commercial variants, Synergy focuses on improving productivity by allowing seamless clipboard sharing, quick device switching, and even drag-and-drop functionality between machines on a single desktop interface without KVM hardware switching units.

Security Information

exposure of :24800

risk score

4/ 10caution

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

remote access averages 4.0 across 110 ports — this one sits level with it.

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

unknown

every listening transport is another surface to filter at the edge

security overview

Common Vulnerabilities:

  • If run without encryption enabled, Synergy transmits data in plaintext, making it susceptible to interception and man-in-the-middle attacks.
  • Unauthorized network access can lead to remote control of devices if the configuration lacks authentication safeguards.
  • Attackers on the same network may inject malicious input or capture keystrokes and clipboard contents.

Common Mitigations:

  • Enable TLS/SSL encryption within Synergy settings to secure input data.
  • Use strong authentication and password mechanisms for Synergy connections.
  • Restrict Synergy’s network exposure via firewalls or operate it within a trusted, segmented network.
  • Keep Synergy software updated to mitigate vulnerabilities present in outdated versions.
  • Limit Synergy port exposure to only trusted devices and consider VPN tunnels for remote use.

the 8 most looked-up other ports in remote access — 110 ports carry that label.

risk mix of the 8 listed

  • safe13%
  • caution88%

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