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Port 999ScimoreDB

ScimoreDB is a high-performance, embeddable database engine designed to provide a scalable SQL database solution primarily for Windows systems. It supports a wide range of SQL features, enabling developers to integrate database capabilities directly into their applications with minimal overhead..

inDatabases
transport
tcp

single transport

in transit
cleartext

payload readable on path

assignment
unofficial

used by convention

risk
4/10

caution

lookups
7,137

rank 718 of 993 · top 72%

Technical Details

what runs on :999

ScimoreDB is a multi-threaded, multi-user SQL database engine optimized for scalability and integration within enterprise-focused or embedded solutions. Operating primarily on Windows platforms, it is designed to handle large-scale concurrent operations efficiently using a shared-nothing architecture to reduce locking and boost throughput. The database adheres closely to ANSI SQL standards, supporting transactions, triggers, stored procedures, and custom functions, making it a capable choice for complex data management needs.

The communication protocol generally uses TCP port 999 by default for database client-server interaction. This port facilitates remote database access, administrative operations, and data transactions. Despite using an unofficial port assignment, ScimoreDB provides a straightforward integration process, allowing developers to deploy the engine as either a standalone database server or an embedded library within their applications.

From a deployment standpoint, ScimoreDB can be configured with various security, redundancy, and logging options. It supports connections from a multitude of development languages through standard ODBC, ADO.NET, or native libraries. Given its embeddable nature, it reduces the dependency on separate, heavyweight database installations, thus being suitable for specialized appliances or software requiring integrated data storage.

Security Information

exposure of :999

risk 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:

  • Since traffic by default is unencrypted, data transmitted between clients and the server may be susceptible to eavesdropping or man-in-the-middle attacks.
  • As an embedded database, improper access controls can result in unauthorized remote access.
  • Potential vulnerabilities may arise from exploitation of the SQL processing engine, such as SQL injection if input validation is inadequate.
  • Lack of official patch management procedures can leave instances open to known exploits.

Common Mitigations:

  • Implement network segmentation and firewall rules to restrict access to port 999 only to trusted hosts.
  • Utilize strong authentication techniques and enforce least privilege for database users.
  • Wrap connections with encrypted transport, such as VPN tunnels or encrypted proxies, since native encryption is lacking.
  • Regularly review and sanitize all user inputs to prevent SQL injection.
  • Keep the database software updated and monitor for any vendor security advisories despite the unofficial nature.
  • Employ intrusion detection or monitoring tools to identify anomalous access patterns.

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