BNet
BNET, or Battle.net, is Blizzard Entertainment's online gaming service. It facilitates multiplayer gaming, social interactions, and digital distribution for Blizzard games. The service is essential for games like World of Warcraft, Overwatch, and Diablo.
What is BNet
BNET, also known as Battle.net, is Blizzard Entertainment's online gaming service. Launched in 1996, it was one of the first online gaming services integrated directly into the games themselves. Battle.net provides a unified platform for multiplayer gaming, social interactions, and digital distribution of Blizzard's games.
The service is crucial for popular games such as World of Warcraft, Overwatch, Diablo, and StarCraft. It allows players to connect with friends, join multiplayer matches, and participate in various in-game events and activities. Battle.net also offers features like voice chat, game updates, and a marketplace for purchasing games and in-game items.
Over the years, Battle.net has evolved to include a wide range of functionalities, including cross-game chat, cloud saves, and a robust anti-cheat system. The platform's integration with Blizzard's games ensures a seamless and immersive gaming experience for millions of players worldwide. Despite its age, Battle.net continues to be a cornerstone of Blizzard's gaming ecosystem, adapting to new technologies and player expectations.
BNet runs on TCP and UDP port 415 and is official IANA port.Security risk
If port 415 is open and the BNET service is running, it could be a target for cyber-attacks, including DDoS attacks and unauthorized access. Ensuring proper security measures, such as firewalls and regular updates, is crucial to mitigate these risks.
In our UFW tutorial you can follow instructions how you can configure UFW to close port 415. Use StackChanges to monitor if the BNet port is closed and stays closed. StackChanges will send an alert if port 415 is open again.