Port 162 — SNMP Trap
Quick reference for TCP/UDP port 162, used by SNMP Trap. Includes what the service does, security guidance and related ports.
What is port 162?
SNMP traps sent from devices to a manager.
What port does SNMP Trap use?
SNMP Trap listens on port 162 by default.
Security guidance
High risk — do not expose to the internet
Port 162 (SNMP Trap) is high-risk because the service it carries is a frequent target for credential attacks, brute force or unpatched-vulnerability scanning. Keep it bound to localhost or your VPN, never forward it directly on a router, and require strong authentication.
Related ports
Frequently asked
What is port 162 used for?+
Port 162 is the standard TCP/UDP port for SNMP Trap. SNMP traps sent from devices to a manager.
What port does SNMP Trap use?+
SNMP Trap listens on port 162 by default.
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