Port 5984 — CouchDB

TCP · Port 5984/TCP is used for the CouchDB service, a NoSQL database that allows for flexible and scalable data storage. This port is responsible for handling HTTP requests to interact with the database. Security-wise, it's essential to ensure proper authentication and authorization mechanisms are in place to prevent unauthorized access.

Port Number: 5984
Service Name: CouchDB
Protocol: TCP
Common Software: CouchDB

Security Notes

Review IANA registry for port 5984 usage. Apply principle of least privilege - only open ports that are required.

FAQ

What is port 5984 used for?

Port 5984 is used for CouchDB. Port 5984/TCP is used for the CouchDB service, a NoSQL database that allows for flexible and scalable data storage. This port is responsible for handling HTTP requests to interact with the database. Security-wise, it's essential to ensure proper authentication and authorization mechanisms are in place to prevent unauthorized access. Common software: CouchDB.

Is port 5984 dangerous to leave open?

Review IANA registry for port 5984 usage. Apply principle of least privilege - only open ports that are required.

How do I check if port 5984 is open?

Use nmap: nmap -p 5984 <target> or check locally: ss -tlnp | rg 5984