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Port 6556 Details


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6556 tcp multiple Check MK Agent uses this port.

check_mk could allow a local attacker to obtain sensitive information, caused by the creation of temporary insecure files by the check_mk_agent/job directory. A local attacker could exploit this vulnerability by creating a symbolic link from a temporary file to the service on port 6556, which could allow the attacker to gain access to files on the system and obtain sensitive information.
References: [XFDB-93520], [CVE-2014-0243], [BID-67674]

W32.Toxbot.C [Symantec-2005-063015-3130-99] (2005.06.30) - worm that opens a backdoor on the compromised computer. Spreads by exploiting common Windows vulnerabilities. Opens and IRC backdoor on port 6556/tcp.
Also: W32.Toxbot.AL [Symantec-2005-100715-4523-99] (2005.10.07).

Malware that uses port 6556/tcp:
AutoSpY trojan
W32.Toxbot
SG
6556 tcp trojan AutoSpY Trojans
6556 tcp,udp threat W32.Toxbot Bekkoame
6552-6557 tcp,udp Unassigned IANA
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