Port 808Microsoft Net.TCP Port Sharing
Microsoft Net.TCP Port Sharing UpnpService is used for sharing TCP connections..
- transport
- udp
- in transit
- cleartext
- assignment
- unofficial
- risk
- 3/10
- lookups
- 5,394
single transport
payload readable on path
used by convention
caution
rank 885 of 993 · top 89%
Technical Details
what runs on :808The Microsoft Net.TCP Port Sharing service allows multiple applications to share a single TCP port. This is particularly useful in situations where multiple services require communication over the same protocol but do not need dedicated ports for each application. The port operates over UDP and facilitates better resource management on the host machine.
The service operates primarily in the context of Windows networking, leveraging the .NET framework to enable seamless integration across various applications. Developers can tap into this service using APIs provided by Microsoft, ensuring that applications can discover and use shared ports efficiently.
However, since this service is often utilized for unofficial and custom applications, it is essential for network administrators to monitor its usage to prevent any unauthorized access or misuse.
Security Information
exposure of :808risk 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
udp
udp is connectionless — source addresses are trivially spoofed and it is a reflection favourite
security overview
Common vulnerabilities associated with this port may include:
- Unauthorized Access: If not secured properly, applications may expose sensitive data to unauthorized users.
- Denial of Service (DoS): Attackers may overload the service, leading to disruptions.
Mitigations often include:
- Firewalls: Ensure that appropriate firewall rules are in place to restrict access to trusted hosts only.
- Regular Audits: Frequent security audits of applications using this port can help identify and mitigate any potential vulnerabilities.
Related Ports
the 8 most looked-up other ports in security — 216 ports carry that label.
| port | service | risk | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| :8881 | Atlasz Secure Server | TCP | Web Services | caution | 67.6k |
| :443 | HTTPS | TCPtls | Web Services | caution | 65.9k |
| :8291 | Winbox MikroTik Admin | TCP | Security | caution | 62.9k |
| :3268 | Microsoft Global Catalog (GC) | TCPUDP | Security | caution | 54.6k |
| :135 | Microsoft EPMAP | TCPUDP | Security | caution | 51.9k |
| :3128 | Squid Proxy HTTP | TCP | Web Services | caution | 45.8k |
| :8080 | HTTP Alternate | TCPtls | Web Services | caution | 44.9k |
| :7000 | Vuze HTTPS Tracker | TCPtls | Security | caution | 28.9k |
risk mix of the 8 listed
- caution100%
3 of 8 encrypted