Port 40815Rapid7 InsightVM Engine-to-Console

Rapid7 InsightVM Engine-to-Console.

transport
tcp

single transport

in transit
cleartext

payload readable on path

assignment
unofficial

used by convention

risk
3/10

caution

lookups
5,342

rank 894 of 993 · top 90%

Technical Details

what runs on :40815

The Rapid7 InsightVM Engine-to-Console port facilitates communication between the InsightVM scan engine and the management console. This port is crucial for efficient vulnerability scanning and management, providing the necessary channels through which scan results, configurations, and policies are communicated. The TCP protocol is employed for reliable data transmission, ensuring that extensive scanning reports are delivered accurately and promptly.

The port also serves as a backbone for the integration of data collected from various sources within the IT infrastructure. By establishing a secure and persistent connection, it allows real-time updates and synchronization of vulnerability assessments. This functionality is vital for organizations aiming to maintain a proactive security posture.

In a broader context, this port may also be involved in facilitating communication with other components within the security ecosystem, contributing to an organization's overall threat detection and response capabilities.

Security Information

exposure of :40815

risk score

3/ 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 0.8 below.

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 not properly secured, unauthorized users can access sensitive data transmitted over this port.
  • Man-in-the-Middle Attacks: Lack of encryption can lead to interception of data during transmission.

Common Mitigations:

  • Implement Encryption: Utilize TLS/SSL to secure the data transmitted over this port.
  • Access Controls: Limit access to only authorized devices and users to protect sensitive information.

the 8 most looked-up other ports in security — 216 ports carry that label.

risk mix of the 8 listed

  • caution100%

3 of 8 encrypted