312-50V10 · Question #323
Which tool would be used to collect wireless packet data?
The correct answer is A. NetStumbler. NetStumbler is a wireless-specific tool designed to detect and collect data from 802.11 wireless networks, making it the correct choice for wireless packet data collection.
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Which tool would be used to collect wireless packet data?
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- ANetStumbler
- BJohn the Ripper
- CNessus
- DNetcat
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NetStumbler is a wireless-specific tool designed to detect and collect data from 802.11 wireless networks, making it the correct choice for wireless packet data collection.
NetStumbler is a Windows-based wireless network scanner that actively probes for and collects data from 802.11a/b/g wireless networks, including SSIDs, signal strength, and network packets. It is purpose-built for wireless environments and is commonly referenced in security certifications as a wireless reconnaissance and data collection tool.
John the Ripper is a password cracking tool that performs dictionary and brute-force attacks against password hashes, and has no wireless packet collection capability.
Nessus is a vulnerability scanner that identifies security weaknesses on networked hosts and services, not a tool for capturing wireless packets.
Netcat is a general-purpose TCP/UDP network utility for reading and writing raw data across network connections, not designed for wireless packet capture.
Concept tested: Wireless network scanning and packet collection tools
Source: https://www.netstumbler.com/
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