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143 IMAP
IMAP keeps messages on the server while synchronizing mailbox state across multiple clients.
Security Context
Port 143 is context-dependent. Its risk depends on the daemon behind it, whether the traffic is encrypted, and how tightly the listener is scoped to trusted networks.
- !Use IMAPS where mail credentials traverse untrusted networks.
Nmap Check
Use a version probe first so you confirm whether the expected service is really what is listening on this port.
nmap -sV -p 143 <host>Firewall Commands
UFW
sudo ufw allow 143/tcpiptables
sudo iptables -A INPUT -p tcp --dport 143 -j ACCEPT