Port 8200GoToMyPC
GoToMyPC is a remote desktop service that provides users with the ability to access and control their computers from any internet-connected device. Utilizing a client-server model, it facilitates secure, convenient, and on-demand remote access suited for business and personal use. The service often uses port 8200 for client communications with GoToMyPC servers..
- transport
- tcp
- in transit
- cleartext
- assignment
- unofficial
- risk
- 5/10
- lookups
- 9,926
single transport
payload readable on path
used by convention
caution
rank 477 of 993 · top 48%
Technical Details
what runs on :8200GoToMyPC functions as a remote desktop solution, allowing users to connect to their host computer over the Internet. It achieves this through screen capturing on the host side, transmitting display information to the client and relaying user inputs back to the host. Communication typically occurs over proprietary protocols that leverage TCP port 8200 to establish a control session for authentication, session management, and screen data transfer.
The software architecture is based on a client-server relay, where both the host and the client devices connect outward to GoToMyPC’s relay servers, thus bypassing many NAT and firewall restrictions. This relay communication minimizes setup complexity since it doesn't require inbound port forwarding. Data transmitted often includes screen updates, keystrokes, and mouse events.
While GoToMyPC primarily uses outbound TCP connections on port 8200, auxiliary services or fallback connections may utilize other ports or protocols for optimized connections or file transfer features. It’s designed to be platform-agnostic, supporting Windows and Mac OS with client access from browsers or dedicated apps.
Security Information
exposure of :8200risk score
5/ 10caution
worth attention. how exposed you are depends on configuration — don't leave it reachable from the internet without a reason.
remote access averages 4.0 across 110 ports — this one sits 1.0 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:
- Man-in-the-middle attacks if communications are intercepted, especially if encryption is not enforced.
- Exploitation of unpatched software vulnerabilities on client or host, leading to unauthorized access.
- Credential theft via phishing or brute force attacks, enabling malicious remote control.
- Abuse by insiders or unauthorized personnel to gain control or extract data.
Common Mitigations:
- Enforce strong authentication policies including multi-factor authentication (MFA).
- Keep all GoToMyPC software components updated with latest security patches.
- Restrict access to known IP ranges or VPNs where possible.
- Monitor connections to port 8200 and establish firewall rules to limit unnecessary exposure.
- Employ network intrusion detection systems (IDS) to alert on suspicious remote access attempts.
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| :8008 | IBM HTTP Server Admin | TCP | Web Services | caution | 58.3k |
| :135 | Microsoft EPMAP | TCPUDP | Security | caution | 51.9k |
| :23 | Telnet | TCP | Remote Access | caution | 34.8k |
risk mix of the 8 listed
- safe13%
- caution88%
0 of 8 encrypted