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Port6635/UDP

mpls-udp

Port

6635

Protocol

UDP

Category

Registered

Service

mpls-udp

What is port 6635?

Port 6635/UDP is a Registered port, registered with IANA for specific applications. It is associated with the mpls-udp service.

Encapsulate MPLS packets in UDP tunnels.

Useful commands

nmapnmap -p 6635 -sV example.com
netcatnc -zv example.com 6635
curlcurl -v http://example.com:6635/
telnettelnet example.com 6635
bash(echo > /dev/udp/example.com/6635) 2>/dev/null

Firewall commands

UFWAllow
sudo ufw allow 6635/udp
Deny
sudo ufw deny 6635/udp
iptablesAllow
sudo iptables -A INPUT -p udp --dport 6635 -j ACCEPT
Deny
sudo iptables -D INPUT -p udp --dport 6635 -j ACCEPT
firewalldAllow
sudo firewall-cmd --permanent --add-port=6635/udp
WindowsAllow
netsh advfirewall firewall add rule name="Open Port 6635" dir=in action=allow protocol=UDP localport=6635

Security 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  • Outdated versions with vulnerabilities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 6635/UDP?

Port 6635/UDP is associated with the mpls-udp service. Encapsulate MPLS packets in UDP tunnels.

Is it safe to expose port 6635 to the Internet?

It depends on the service and configuration. Port 6635 (mpls-udp) 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 6635 is open?

You can use nmap: `nmap -p 6635 -sV example.com`, netcat: `nc -zv example.com 6635`, or the bash command: `(echo > /dev/udp/example.com/6635) 2>/dev/null && echo "Open" || echo "Closed"`.

How do I open or close port 6635 on my firewall?

On Linux with UFW: `sudo ufw allow 6635/udp` (open) or `sudo ufw deny 6635/udp` (close). With iptables: `sudo iptables -A INPUT -p udp --dport 6635 -j ACCEPT`. On Windows: `netsh advfirewall firewall add rule name="Open Port 6635" dir=in action=allow protocol=UDP localport=6635`.

What applications and services use port 6635?

Port 6635/UDP is used by the mpls-udp service. Specific uses depend on the software and configuration. Check our related tools section for more information.

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