vCenter Server during security scan open port 162/udp has been identified.
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vCenter Server during security scan open port 162/udp has been identified.

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Article ID: 397698

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Updated On: 05-15-2025

Products

VMware vCenter Server 8.0

Issue/Introduction

During a security scan the port 162/udp has been identified as a security risk. The security team requested to close the port.

Environment

vCenter Server 8.x

Cause

The SNMP receiver 1 is enabled by default in a vCenter server. If the customer is not using SNMP this can be disabled.

Resolution

In order to disable the SNMP receivers you may follow the procedure below:

  • Login to the vCenter Server webclient
  • Go to the Configure tab
  • Settings --> General

 

  • click on Edit
  • Go to SNMP receivers

  • Disable all enabled SNMP receivers

  • click on Save