Port 4226Aleph One Game

Aleph One is an open-source continuation of the classic Marathon first-person shooter games originally developed by Bungie. It enables networked multiplayer gaming by using designated communication ports like 4226 to facilitate player interactions, game state synchronization, and real-time data transfer during gameplay..

transport
tcp · udp

2 transports registered

in transit
cleartext

payload readable on path

assignment
unofficial

used by convention

risk
4/10

caution

lookups
7,502

rank 678 of 993 · top 68%

Technical Details

what runs on :4226

Aleph One serves as an advanced engine for running Marathon game series with enhancements for modern hardware and operating systems. It supports both solo and multiplayer modes, offering network functionality via TCP and UDP protocols. Port 4226 is typically leveraged during multiplayer sessions to handle game synchronization, matchmaking, and direct player communication.

The engine transmits data packets over the network to ensure all connected players share a consistent game state. These include position updates, event triggers, weapon status, and in-game chat messages. Its dual-protocol support accommodates different network configurations for optimal performance.

Aleph One's open-source architecture enables developers and enthusiasts to customize networking behavior, add mods, and write new features, which may adjust or expand the use of network ports including port 4226. This flexibility fosters a strong community but may introduce inconsistencies in implementation.

Security Information

exposure of :4226

risk score

4/ 10caution

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

gaming averages 4.0 across 124 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

tcp · udp

udp is connectionless — source addresses are trivially spoofed and it is a reflection favourite

security overview

Common Vulnerabilities:

  • Unauthorized access attempts exploiting unprotected or exposed game servers
  • Denial of Service (DoS) through malformed packets causing crashes or lag
  • Potential buffer overflow issues within custom or outdated builds
  • User privacy concerns if traffic interception occurs due to unencrypted communication

Common Mitigations:

  • Restrict port 4226 exposure to trusted IP ranges and employ firewall rules
  • Keep Aleph One server software updated with the latest patches
  • Use network segmentation or VPN tunnels for private games
  • Monitor game server logs for unusual activity that might indicate an attack
  • Encourage or develop versions that support encrypted transport protocols to preserve confidentiality

the 8 most looked-up other ports in gaming — 124 ports carry that label.

risk mix of the 8 listed

  • caution100%

0 of 8 encrypted