An analysis method that monitors network packets (pieces of data) in real time as they make their way to the Web server..
This technique is used to appropriate valid TCP/IP network addresses by reading packets (units of data). Malicious code can then be labeled with the trusted network address and sent through the network unquestioned.
Packet Sniffing is generally a method used to intercept information. Information travels over networks in "packets" -- bundles of information. If the stream is unencrypted then the infromation can simply be observed as it travels from computer to computer through the network.
A technique in which a software program is planted at remote junctions in a computer network. The program monitors information packets as they are sent through networks and reveals usernames and passwords to the hacker, who is then able to break into the system.
This is where a third party computer uses software to intercept the packets that are flying through the air. While each packet may only contain a little information, it would be very possible for someone to intercept many of these packets in a short time and collect very much personal information about you, such as account numbers, login information, and sensitive emails.
The practice of monitoring pieces of data (called packets) as they move over the Internet.
A technique which uses network monitoring tools to eavesdrop on packets passing through a network. This technique can be used as a form of attack.
Accessing data packets traveling over a network, usually without authorization. This is typically done by crackers to acquire private passwords, credit card numbers, or simply privileged information from a network.
Packet sniffing refers to the collection and analysis of data packets (including contents) as they transit the network.
The intentional and usually illegal act of intercepting packets of data being transmitted over the Internet and searching them for information.
