NISd is running over a non-reserved port

Risk Level: Medium risk vulnerability  Medium

Check or Attack Name: NisdReserved

Platforms: Solaris
Description:

The target has a nisd running over a non-reserved port. This daemon is probably vulnerable to port hijacking and should be moved to a reserved port.

Remedy:

If possible, run the nisd service on a reserved port. Users are recommended to contact their vendors on patch or workaround information.

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