Port 6389EMC CLARiiON
Port 6389 is commonly associated with EMC's CLARiiON storage systems, which utilize it for management, monitoring, and data operations. This port serves as a communication endpoint for storage array management software, enabling administrators to configure, monitor, and maintain storage hardware. It is primarily used within enterprise network environments that deploy EMC storage solutions..
- transport
- tcp
- in transit
- cleartext
- assignment
- unofficial
- risk
- 4/10
- lookups
- 4,926
single transport
payload readable on path
used by convention
caution
rank 927 of 993 · top 93%
Technical Details
what runs on :6389Overview: Port 6389 facilitates communication with EMC CLARiiON storage systems. These mid-range storage arrays are predominantly used in enterprise settings for block-level SAN storage and support connectivity across various protocols. The port allows management utilities such as EMC Navisphere Manager or Unisphere to interface with storage processors.
Communication Protocols: The port primarily listens for TCP-based traffic as it ensures reliable communication between client management tools and the storage hardware. Connections through this port allow command execution, status monitoring, and sometimes data transfer related to administrative tasks. It is typically used within internal networks and protected environments.
Deployment Context: In practice, port 6389 might be exposed between network management servers and storage arrays in data centers. Deprecated or customized as storage systems evolve, but legacy systems may still use this port by default, making it relevant in many current environments undergoing gradual upgrades.
Security Information
exposure of :6389risk score
4/ 10caution
worth attention. how exposed you are depends on configuration — don't leave it reachable from the internet without a reason.
databases averages 4.0 across 58 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
every listening transport is another surface to filter at the edge
security overview
Common Vulnerabilities:
- Exposure of this management port to untrusted networks can lead to unauthorized access and potential control over storage devices.
- If default credentials or weak authentication mechanisms are used, attackers may gain admin-level control.
- Lack of encryption means sensitive information, credentials, and management commands can be intercepted.
Common Mitigations:
- Restrict access to port 6389 through firewalls and network segmentation.
- Enforce strong authentication and disable default or insecure credentials.
- Utilize VPNs or other encrypted tunnels to encapsulate management traffic.
- Keep management firmware and software updated with security patches.
- Regularly audit network exposure and disable unused services/ports.
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risk mix of the 8 listed
- caution100%
1 of 8 encrypted