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Port214/TCP
vmpwscsPort
214
Protocol
TCP
Category
Well-Known
Service
vmpwscs
What is port 214?
Port 214/TCP is a Well-Known port, assigned by IANA for widely recognized services. It is associated with the vmpwscs service.
VM PWSCS
Useful commands
nmapnmap -p 214 -sV example.comnetcatnc -zv example.com 214curlcurl -v http://example.com:214/telnettelnet example.com 214bash(echo > /dev/tcp/example.com/214) 2>/dev/nullFirewall commands
UFWAllow
sudo ufw allow 214/tcpDeny
sudo ufw deny 214/tcpiptablesAllow
sudo iptables -A INPUT -p tcp --dport 214 -j ACCEPTDeny
sudo iptables -D INPUT -p tcp --dport 214 -j ACCEPTfirewalldAllow
sudo firewall-cmd --permanent --add-port=214/tcpWindowsAllow
netsh advfirewall firewall add rule name="Open Port 214" dir=in action=allow protocol=TCP localport=214Security Risks
- Unauthorized access to the service
- Data exposure if the service is unauthenticated
- Outdated versions with vulnerabilities
- Incorrect service configuration
Frequently Asked Questions
What service runs on port 214/TCP?
Port 214/TCP is associated with the vmpwscs service. VM PWSCS
Is it safe to expose port 214 to the Internet?
It depends on the service and configuration. Port 214 (vmpwscs) is a Well-Known port. If you need to expose it, keep the service updated, use strong authentication, and configure a firewall. It's always recommended to restrict access by IP when possible.
How do I check if port 214 is open?
You can use nmap: `nmap -p 214 -sV example.com`, netcat: `nc -zv example.com 214`, or the bash command: `(echo > /dev/tcp/example.com/214) 2>/dev/null && echo "Open" || echo "Closed"`.
How do I open or close port 214 on my firewall?
On Linux with UFW: `sudo ufw allow 214/tcp` (open) or `sudo ufw deny 214/tcp` (close). With iptables: `sudo iptables -A INPUT -p tcp --dport 214 -j ACCEPT`. On Windows: `netsh advfirewall firewall add rule name="Open Port 214" dir=in action=allow protocol=TCP localport=214`.
What applications and services use port 214?
Port 214/TCP is used by the vmpwscs service. Specific uses depend on the software and configuration. Check our related tools section for more information.