Sniffer: A type of network monitoring tool that captures and analyzes network traffic to identify patterns and anomalies. It is commonly used by network administrators and security professionals to monitor network activity, troubleshoot network issues, and detect security threats. Examples of sniffers include Wireshark, tcpdump, and NetWitness.
Categories: CC D5: Security Operations | CCSP D5: Cloud Security Operations | CISM D4: Incident Management | CISSP D7: Security Operations | Security+ D2: Threats Vulnerabilities and Mitigations | SSCP D6: Network and Communication Security
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