Port 6789LoggerNet Datalogger
Port 6789 is commonly used by LoggerNet, a Campbell Scientific software suite designed to interface with dataloggers for environmental and industrial data collection. This port facilitates data collection, device configuration, and data dissemination within monitoring networks using custom communication protocols..
- transport
- tcp
- in transit
- cleartext
- assignment
- unofficial
- risk
- 4/10
- lookups
- 9,184
single transport
payload readable on path
used by convention
caution
rank 528 of 993 · top 53%
Technical Details
what runs on :6789LoggerNet is specialized software developed by Campbell Scientific primarily used for programming, managing, and collecting data from a variety of dataloggers. The software supports tasks such as network management, scheduled data retrieval, and configuration of remote devices in environmental monitoring systems. Communication typically occurs over TCP port 6789, where LoggerNet acts as a server or a client depending on setup configuration.
The communication protocol over this port enables data uploads, retrieval, and scripting commands execution remotely. It allows users to remotely configure dataloggers, initiate data downloads, and perform diagnostics. Network Traffic can include binary data packets, scripting commands, status information, and diagnostic messages. Since the protocol is proprietary, detailed implementation specifics are typically only available through Campbell Scientific.
LoggerNet supports various network topologies including direct IP connections, cellular, and radio links when relayed through other devices. This port is integral for centralized network management in environmental data gathering campaigns, ensuring reliable access to remote field stations.
Security Information
exposure of :6789risk 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
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:
- Since port 6789 uses a proprietary protocol without inherent encryption, intercepted communications can expose sensitive monitoring data.
- Unauthorized access could enable attackers to download data, alter datalogger configurations, or disrupt data acquisition.
- Exposure of this port to untrusted networks can lead to exploitation through brute-force or protocol-specific attacks.
Common Mitigations:
- Restrict port 6789 access to trusted IP addresses using firewalls and access control lists.
- Tunnel LoggerNet communications over secure channels such as VPNs or SSH port forwarding.
- Use strong authentication mechanisms where available and regular password updates.
- Regularly update LoggerNet software to address any security advisories or vulnerabilities.
- Monitor logs and employ intrusion detection systems to identify suspicious access attempts targeting this port.
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