3 DEC FS Q.35

0. Given below are two statements - one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R) :
Assertion (A) : Sniffing may be used to steal data or information over a network.
Reason (R) : Sniffing is a process of monitoring and capturing all data packets passing through given network.
In the light of the above stated two statements, Choose the correct option from the choices given below :

  • Option : A
  • Explanation : Sniffing is a process of monitoring and capturing all data packets passing through given network. Sniffers are used by network/system administrator to monitor and troubleshoot network traffic. Sniffing technique is used by network professionals to diagnose network issues, and by malicious users to capture unencrypted data, like passwords and usernames.
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