IRC traffic has been detected on ports not normally used by IRC
| irc-rogue-session (22086) |  Low Risk |
Description:
Internet Relay Chat (IRC) is a standardized protocol for an interactive, text-based chat system. Normal IRC traffic is transmitted through an IRC server or through networks of intermediary IRC servers. IRC traffic on ports other than those normally used by IRC can be an indication of backdoor trojans or bots on a host or an attempt to subvert security restrictions for a network.
Consequences:
Other
Remedy:
Restrict the connection.
References:
- IRC.org Web site: IRC.org.
Platforms Affected:
- Various vendors Any operating system
Reported:
Oct 11, 2005
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