Port 3412xmlBlaster

xmlBlaster is an open-source publish/subscribe message-oriented middleware (MOM) that allows clients to exchange messages in XML format. It supports a variety of protocols, enabling communication between heterogeneous systems seamlessly. xmlBlaster facilitates real-time messaging, making it suitable for complex enterprise integration scenarios..

transport
tcp · udp

2 transports registered

in transit
cleartext

payload readable on path

assignment
official

registered with iana

risk
4/10

caution

lookups
7,402

rank 688 of 993 · top 69%

Technical Details

what runs on :3412
  • xmlBlaster is a message-oriented middleware (MOM) that implements a publish/subscribe as well as point-to-point messaging model. It leverages XML as a flexible, standardized way to represent structured data within messages. The architecture supports a multitude of languages and protocols, making it adaptable for diverse integration tasks.

  • The system is modular and can communicate over HTTP, CORBA, RMI, XML-RPC, JMS, IIOP, and socket protocols. This flexibility offers interoperability across different platforms and environments, ensuring system decoupling and asynchronous communication. Topics and queues can be defined dynamically, supporting both persistent and non-persistent messaging modes.

  • Common use cases include enterprise messaging, telemetry data exchange, distributed control systems, and integration of legacy components with modern applications. xmlBlaster’s scalable architecture and support for clustering enhance reliability and throughput, addressing both small-scale deployments and large enterprise needs.

Security Information

exposure of :3412

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

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

  • Common Vulnerabilities:

    • Unauthenticated Access: Lax default configurations or lack of transport security can allow attackers to publish, subscribe, or modify messages.
    • XML Injection: Maliciously crafted XML payloads may exploit parsing vulnerabilities, leading to denial of service or unauthorized data access.
    • Protocol Exploitation: Open TCP/UDP ports may be targeted for flooding attacks, potentially causing service disruption.
    • Replay Attacks: Without proper message signing or expiry, attackers could resend captured messages, impacting system integrity.
  • Mitigations:

    • Enable Authentication/Authorization: Implement strong access controls and role-based permissions.
    • Encrypt Transport Channels: Use TLS/SSL to secure data in transit and protect against network-based attacks.
    • Harden XML Parsers: Employ defensive XML parsing techniques such as input validation, disabling external entities, and size limits.
    • Restrict Network Exposure: Limit access using firewalls or network policies, only allowing trusted systems to communicate.
    • Regular Updates and Patching: Ensure that xmlBlaster and the underlying dependencies are kept up-to-date to guard against known vulnerabilities.

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

risk mix of the 8 listed

  • caution100%

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