Port 4444 — Metasploit / I2P
Quick reference for TCP/UDP port 4444, used by Metasploit / I2P. Includes what the service does, security guidance and related ports.
What is port 4444?
Default Metasploit handler / I2P router console.
What port does Metasploit / I2P use?
Metasploit / I2P listens on port 4444 by default.
Security guidance
High risk — do not expose to the internet
Port 4444 (Metasploit / I2P) 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 4444 used for?+
Port 4444 is the standard TCP/UDP port for Metasploit / I2P. Default Metasploit handler / I2P router console.
What port does Metasploit / I2P use?+
Metasploit / I2P listens on port 4444 by default.
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