Port Explorer says port 53 is known to be used by RAT: Muska52

Discussion in 'Port Explorer' started by ash_s137, Jun 24, 2006.

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  1. ash_s137

    ash_s137 Registered Member

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    How can I verify this and if it is something terrible how can I remove it? Google search was pretty fruitless and I can't find any of the .exe programs that the RAT is meant to run.

    EDIT - Excuse me, I just realised this lists the potential RATs that operate on this port. At least that's what I figure. Every time I download the Trojan Hunter trial version the scanner does not run, it does not even open, so I'm paranoid...

    I have a-squared personal but can't use Trend Micro's online virus scan nor any online trojan scans I've tried. Does anyone know what I can do? Thanks again.
     
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  2. MikeNash

    MikeNash Security Expert

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    Hi ash,

    Port 53 is the DNS port so it's conceivable that lots of programs (good or bad) could use it.

    Possibly that won't help you much - but just take care before randomly blocking ports.


    Mike
     
  3. Stem

    Stem Firewall Expert

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    Hi MikeNash
    You are referring to "remote port 53",... yes?

    ash_s137,
    If you are not using your PC as a DNS server, then nothing should be bound to the local port 53.
    My limited knowledge on this indicates that "Rats" (+Variants) will operate on any port they can.

    Have you still concerns on this? Possibly more info?
     
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