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Port4186/TCP
boxbackupstorePort
4186
Protocol
TCP
Category
Registered
Service
boxbackupstore
What is port 4186?
Port 4186/TCP is a Registered port, registered with IANA for specific applications. It is associated with the boxbackupstore service.
Box Backup Store Service
Useful commands
nmapnmap -p 4186 -sV example.comnetcatnc -zv example.com 4186curlcurl -v http://example.com:4186/telnettelnet example.com 4186bash(echo > /dev/tcp/example.com/4186) 2>/dev/nullFirewall commands
UFWAllow
sudo ufw allow 4186/tcpDeny
sudo ufw deny 4186/tcpiptablesAllow
sudo iptables -A INPUT -p tcp --dport 4186 -j ACCEPTDeny
sudo iptables -D INPUT -p tcp --dport 4186 -j ACCEPTfirewalldAllow
sudo firewall-cmd --permanent --add-port=4186/tcpWindowsAllow
netsh advfirewall firewall add rule name="Open Port 4186" dir=in action=allow protocol=TCP localport=4186Security 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- Outdated versions with vulnerabilities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 4186/TCP?
Port 4186/TCP is associated with the boxbackupstore service. Box Backup Store Service
Is it safe to expose port 4186 to the Internet?
It depends on the service and configuration. Port 4186 (boxbackupstore) 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 4186 is open?
You can use nmap: `nmap -p 4186 -sV example.com`, netcat: `nc -zv example.com 4186`, or the bash command: `(echo > /dev/tcp/example.com/4186) 2>/dev/null && echo "Open" || echo "Closed"`.
How do I open or close port 4186 on my firewall?
On Linux with UFW: `sudo ufw allow 4186/tcp` (open) or `sudo ufw deny 4186/tcp` (close). With iptables: `sudo iptables -A INPUT -p tcp --dport 4186 -j ACCEPT`. On Windows: `netsh advfirewall firewall add rule name="Open Port 4186" dir=in action=allow protocol=TCP localport=4186`.
What applications and services use port 4186?
Port 4186/TCP is used by the boxbackupstore service. Specific uses depend on the software and configuration. Check our related tools section for more information.