nmap -p 5357 --script wsdapi-info <target_ip>
While not inherently "malicious," an open 5357 port provides a footprint for potential attackers. 5357/tcp open wsdapi
Port 5357 is a functional necessity for modern Windows networking but a luxury for standalone or public-facing servers. If you aren't sharing printers or searching for network devices, To help you secure your specific setup, could you tell me: Is this scan result from a home PC or a company server ? Are you seeing this port open on a public IP or a local IP ? Do you rely on network printers or shared drives daily? nmap -p 5357 --script wsdapi-info <