All ports
Port6487/UDP
sun-sr-iiop-autPort
6487
Protocol
UDP
Category
Registered
Service
sun-sr-iiop-aut
What is port 6487?
Port 6487/UDP is a Registered port, registered with IANA for specific applications. It is associated with the sun-sr-iiop-aut service.
Service Registry Default IIOPAuth Domain
Useful commands
nmapnmap -p 6487 -sV example.comnetcatnc -zv example.com 6487curlcurl -v http://example.com:6487/telnettelnet example.com 6487bash(echo > /dev/udp/example.com/6487) 2>/dev/nullFirewall commands
UFWAllow
sudo ufw allow 6487/udpDeny
sudo ufw deny 6487/udpiptablesAllow
sudo iptables -A INPUT -p udp --dport 6487 -j ACCEPTDeny
sudo iptables -D INPUT -p udp --dport 6487 -j ACCEPTfirewalldAllow
sudo firewall-cmd --permanent --add-port=6487/udpWindowsAllow
netsh advfirewall firewall add rule name="Open Port 6487" dir=in action=allow protocol=UDP localport=6487Security 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- Outdated versions with vulnerabilities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 6487/UDP?
Port 6487/UDP is associated with the sun-sr-iiop-aut service. Service Registry Default IIOPAuth Domain
Is it safe to expose port 6487 to the Internet?
It depends on the service and configuration. Port 6487 (sun-sr-iiop-aut) 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 6487 is open?
You can use nmap: `nmap -p 6487 -sV example.com`, netcat: `nc -zv example.com 6487`, or the bash command: `(echo > /dev/udp/example.com/6487) 2>/dev/null && echo "Open" || echo "Closed"`.
How do I open or close port 6487 on my firewall?
On Linux with UFW: `sudo ufw allow 6487/udp` (open) or `sudo ufw deny 6487/udp` (close). With iptables: `sudo iptables -A INPUT -p udp --dport 6487 -j ACCEPT`. On Windows: `netsh advfirewall firewall add rule name="Open Port 6487" dir=in action=allow protocol=UDP localport=6487`.
What applications and services use port 6487?
Port 6487/UDP is used by the sun-sr-iiop-aut service. Specific uses depend on the software and configuration. Check our related tools section for more information.