Port 5060 supports SIP and sip (SCTP reference coverage) across distinct transports. Review each protocol before writing firewall or monitoring policy.
Common unencrypted signalling endpoint for voice and video sessions.
SIP endpoints in environments where this service is explicitly configured.
Bidirectional
Apply authentication, anti-fraud controls, rate limits, and a session border controller; media uses separate RTP ports.
sip (SCTP reference coverage) is documented as a network service convention for port 5060 over SCTP.
Use this reference entry when identifying or validating systems documented to use 5060/SCTP.
Varies
Confirm the listening process and current vendor documentation before permitting traffic; a listed convention does not prove the active service or its security posture.