Port 2483Oracle Listener (Unsecure)
Port 2483 is utilized by Oracle databases as the designated unencrypted listener port, replacing the default port 1521 in some configurations. This port facilitates communication between Oracle clients and the database server when SSL or other encryption mechanisms are not enforced. It enables initial connection establishment and orchestration of SQL query execution over TCP or UDP protocols without transport-level security..
- transport
- tcp · udp
- in transit
- cleartext
- assignment
- official
- risk
- 4/10
- lookups
- 14,052
2 transports registered
payload readable on path
registered with iana
caution
rank 252 of 993 · top 25%
Technical Details
what runs on :2483Port 2483 serves Oracle Net Listener services, a fundamental component in Oracle's client-server architecture. The Listener is responsible for handling incoming connection requests from Oracle clients, parsing them, and directing them to the appropriate database service or instance. Port 2483 specifically is often configured for unencrypted sessions, distinguishing it from 2484, which is designated for encrypted SSL-secured communications.
Oracle Listener on 2483 supports both TCP and UDP protocols to facilitate network resilience and flexibility. It performs key functions such as redirecting client connections to dedicated or shared server processes, maintaining load management, and interfacing with Oracle’s Service Name resolution mechanisms. This setup is commonly found in development or testing environments or in legacy deployments where encryption is not mandated.
Communication on port 2483 typically includes client authentication, SQLNet message exchanges, and command execution requests. In production environments, using port 2483 without encryption is generally discouraged due to data in transit visibility, but it remains important for backward compatibility or within trusted internal networks.
Security Information
exposure of :2483risk 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
official
registered with iana for this service — scanners fingerprint it by number
reachable over
tcp · udp
udp is connectionless — source addresses are trivially spoofed and it is a reflection favourite
security overview
Because connections on port 2483 are unencrypted, traffic, including credentials and queries, is transmitted in clear text. This exposes organizations to risks such as:
- Credential interception through network sniffing
- SQL query/data leakage
- Session hijacking or replay attacks
- Exploitation of misconfigured Oracle Listener, including remote denial of service or unauthorized access
Mitigations include:
- Prefer using port 2484 with SSL/TLS encryption enabled
- Enforce strong authentication methods like Oracle Advanced Security options
- Implement strict network segmentation/firewall rules limiting port 2483 exposure
- Disable unused protocol support (UDP) if not necessary
- Regularly patch and update Oracle database and listener components
- Monitor listener logging and configure security parameters in
listener.orasuch as ADMIN_RESTRICTIONS - Enable Oracle Valid Node Checking or IP restrictions to prevent unauthorized hosts connecting
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risk mix of the 8 listed
- caution100%
3 of 8 encrypted