All ports
Port2379/TCP
etcd-clientPort
2379
Protocol
TCP
Category
Registered
Service
etcd-client
What is port 2379?
Port 2379/TCP is a Registered port, registered with IANA for specific applications. It is associated with the etcd-client service.
etcd client communication
Useful commands
nmapnmap -p 2379 -sV example.comnetcatnc -zv example.com 2379curlcurl -v http://example.com:2379/telnettelnet example.com 2379bash(echo > /dev/tcp/example.com/2379) 2>/dev/nullFirewall commands
UFWAllow
sudo ufw allow 2379/tcpDeny
sudo ufw deny 2379/tcpiptablesAllow
sudo iptables -A INPUT -p tcp --dport 2379 -j ACCEPTDeny
sudo iptables -D INPUT -p tcp --dport 2379 -j ACCEPTfirewalldAllow
sudo firewall-cmd --permanent --add-port=2379/tcpWindowsAllow
netsh advfirewall firewall add rule name="Open Port 2379" dir=in action=allow protocol=TCP localport=2379Security 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- Outdated versions with vulnerabilities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 2379/TCP?
Port 2379/TCP is associated with the etcd-client service. etcd client communication
Is it safe to expose port 2379 to the Internet?
It depends on the service and configuration. Port 2379 (etcd-client) is a Registered 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 2379 is open?
You can use nmap: `nmap -p 2379 -sV example.com`, netcat: `nc -zv example.com 2379`, or the bash command: `(echo > /dev/tcp/example.com/2379) 2>/dev/null && echo "Open" || echo "Closed"`.
How do I open or close port 2379 on my firewall?
On Linux with UFW: `sudo ufw allow 2379/tcp` (open) or `sudo ufw deny 2379/tcp` (close). With iptables: `sudo iptables -A INPUT -p tcp --dport 2379 -j ACCEPT`. On Windows: `netsh advfirewall firewall add rule name="Open Port 2379" dir=in action=allow protocol=TCP localport=2379`.
What applications and services use port 2379?
Port 2379/TCP is used by the etcd-client service. Specific uses depend on the software and configuration. Check our related tools section for more information.