Question

Which of the following refers to a technique for intercepting computer communications?

• A. Spoofing
• B. Sniffing
• C. Phishing
• D. Pretexting

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Sniffing

Sniffing is a technique for intercepting computer communications. With wired networks, sniffing requires a physical connection to the network; with wireless networks, no such connection is required. Drive-by sniffers simply take computers with wireless connections through an area and search for unprotected wireless networks. They can monitor and intercept wireless traffic at will.