Memcached

TCP/UDP

Database Critical Risk

Memcached — in-memory cache, amplification DDoS, data exposure

🔍 How to Scan Port 11211

nmap -sV -p 11211 target

nmap -sV -sC --script=banner -p 11211 target

nc -zv target 11211

Scan port 11211 with nmap -sV to identify the exact service and version
If Memcached is not needed, close or firewall this port immediately
Check for default credentials if a management interface runs on this port
Use searchsploit memcached to find known exploits
Monitor traffic on port 11211 with Wireshark or tcpdump for anomalies
Ensure the service is patched to the latest version to prevent known CVE exploitation

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