Port 7787GFI EventsManager

GFI EventsManager ports facilitate the collection, management, and analysis of logs from multiple network and security sources. It enables centralized event management, allowing organizations to efficiently monitor and respond to security-related events, system alerts, and compliance audits. Port 7787 is primarily used by versions 7 and 8 of the software for communication and data exchange..

transport
tcp

single transport

in transit
cleartext

payload readable on path

assignment
official

registered with iana

risk
4/10

caution

lookups
10,089

rank 458 of 993 · top 46%

Technical Details

what runs on :7787
  • Overview: GFI EventsManager is a centralized log management solution that aggregates event logs from a variety of devices such as servers, workstations, network devices, and security appliances. It simplifies compliance reporting and security monitoring by providing real-time correlation and analysis of event data.

  • Port Role: Port 7787 is utilized by versions 7 and 8 to facilitate communication between agents and the EventsManager server or for remote event gathering. This port supports the proprietary protocol over TCP, enabling data to be transmitted securely and efficiently across the network.

  • Implementation: The service operates over TCP, as it requires reliable data transmission to ensure event integrity. It typically runs within an organization's internal network, often behind firewalls, minimizing the exposure of sensitive log data. Configurations may include encryption or authentication mechanisms, but this depends on deployment settings and network policies.

Security Information

exposure of :7787

risk score

4/ 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 0.2 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

every listening transport is another surface to filter at the edge

security overview

  • Common Vulnerabilities:

    • Exposure of port 7787 to untrusted networks may allow attackers to eavesdrop, inject malicious data, or attempt unauthorized access to the EventsManager service.
    • If authentication is weak or encryption is disabled, attackers can potentially intercept sensitive event log data or manipulate event streams.
    • Services with default or weak credentials increase susceptibility to brute-force attacks and lateral movement within the network.
  • Security Mitigations:

    • Restrict access to port 7787 using firewalls, allowing only trusted sources within your network to connect.
    • Enable secure authentication and consider encrypting data transmissions, even if the port itself does not enforce encryption.
    • Regularly update GFI EventsManager to patch known vulnerabilities.
    • Implement monitoring and alerting on unusual activity targeting this port to detect potential intrusions.
    • Disable or close the port when not in use to minimize the attack surface.

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