EC-Council
412-79V10 · Question #151
What is the difference between host-based intrusion detection systems (HIDS) and network-based intrusion detection systems (NIDS)?
The correct answer is C. NIDS are standalone hardware appliances that include network intrusion detection capabilities whereas HIDS consist of software agents installed on individual hosts and servers on a network. See the full explanation below for the reasoning.
Question
What is the difference between host-based intrusion detection systems (HIDS) and network-based intrusion detection systems (NIDS)?
Options
- ANIDS is usually a more expensive solution to implement compared to HIDS.
- BAttempts to install Trojans or backdoors cannot be monitored by a HIDS whereas NIDS can monitor and stop such intrusion events.
- CNIDS are standalone hardware appliances that include network intrusion detection capabilities whereas HIDS consist of software agents installed on individual hosts and servers on a network.
- DHIDS requires less administration and training compared to NIDS.
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(33 responses)- A3% (1)
- B15% (5)
- C73% (24)
- D9% (3)
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