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Port6653/TCP
openflowPort
6653
Protocol
TCP
Category
Registered
Service
openflow
What is port 6653?
Port 6653/TCP is a Registered port, registered with IANA for specific applications. It is associated with the openflow service.
OpenFlow
Useful commands
nmapnmap -p 6653 -sV example.comnetcatnc -zv example.com 6653curlcurl -v http://example.com:6653/telnettelnet example.com 6653bash(echo > /dev/tcp/example.com/6653) 2>/dev/nullFirewall commands
UFWAllow
sudo ufw allow 6653/tcpDeny
sudo ufw deny 6653/tcpiptablesAllow
sudo iptables -A INPUT -p tcp --dport 6653 -j ACCEPTDeny
sudo iptables -D INPUT -p tcp --dport 6653 -j ACCEPTfirewalldAllow
sudo firewall-cmd --permanent --add-port=6653/tcpWindowsAllow
netsh advfirewall firewall add rule name="Open Port 6653" dir=in action=allow protocol=TCP localport=6653Security 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- Outdated versions with vulnerabilities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 6653/TCP?
Port 6653/TCP is associated with the openflow service. OpenFlow
Is it safe to expose port 6653 to the Internet?
It depends on the service and configuration. Port 6653 (openflow) 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 6653 is open?
You can use nmap: `nmap -p 6653 -sV example.com`, netcat: `nc -zv example.com 6653`, or the bash command: `(echo > /dev/tcp/example.com/6653) 2>/dev/null && echo "Open" || echo "Closed"`.
How do I open or close port 6653 on my firewall?
On Linux with UFW: `sudo ufw allow 6653/tcp` (open) or `sudo ufw deny 6653/tcp` (close). With iptables: `sudo iptables -A INPUT -p tcp --dport 6653 -j ACCEPT`. On Windows: `netsh advfirewall firewall add rule name="Open Port 6653" dir=in action=allow protocol=TCP localport=6653`.
What applications and services use port 6653?
Port 6653/TCP is used by the openflow service. Specific uses depend on the software and configuration. Check our related tools section for more information.