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Port780/UDP
wpgsPort
780
Protocol
UDP
Category
Well-Known
Service
wpgs
What is port 780?
Port 780/UDP is a Well-Known port, assigned by IANA for widely recognized services. It is associated with the wpgs service.
Useful commands
nmapnmap -p 780 -sV example.comnetcatnc -zv example.com 780curlcurl -v http://example.com:780/telnettelnet example.com 780bash(echo > /dev/udp/example.com/780) 2>/dev/nullFirewall commands
UFWAllow
sudo ufw allow 780/udpDeny
sudo ufw deny 780/udpiptablesAllow
sudo iptables -A INPUT -p udp --dport 780 -j ACCEPTDeny
sudo iptables -D INPUT -p udp --dport 780 -j ACCEPTfirewalldAllow
sudo firewall-cmd --permanent --add-port=780/udpWindowsAllow
netsh advfirewall firewall add rule name="Open Port 780" dir=in action=allow protocol=UDP localport=780Security 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- Outdated versions with vulnerabilities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 780/UDP?
Port 780/UDP is associated with the wpgs service. No detailed description is available in the IANA registry.
Is it safe to expose port 780 to the Internet?
It depends on the service and configuration. Port 780 (wpgs) is a Well-Known 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 780 is open?
You can use nmap: `nmap -p 780 -sV example.com`, netcat: `nc -zv example.com 780`, or the bash command: `(echo > /dev/udp/example.com/780) 2>/dev/null && echo "Open" || echo "Closed"`.
How do I open or close port 780 on my firewall?
On Linux with UFW: `sudo ufw allow 780/udp` (open) or `sudo ufw deny 780/udp` (close). With iptables: `sudo iptables -A INPUT -p udp --dport 780 -j ACCEPT`. On Windows: `netsh advfirewall firewall add rule name="Open Port 780" dir=in action=allow protocol=UDP localport=780`.
What applications and services use port 780?
Port 780/UDP is used by the wpgs service. Specific uses depend on the software and configuration. Check our related tools section for more information.