Cyber EOP - Nmap vs Wireshark By Mr. B

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12th Grade
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Cyber Professor - Mr. B
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 3 pts
What is the primary purpose of Nmap?
Packet analysis
Data encryption
Web development
Network scanning
Answer explanation
The primary purpose of Nmap is network scanning, which allows users to discover hosts and services on a computer network. It helps in identifying open ports and services, making it essential for network security assessments.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 3 pts
Which tool is categorized as a packet analyzer?
Nmap
Wireshark
Netcat
Tcpdump
Answer explanation
Wireshark is a well-known packet analyzer that captures and displays network traffic in real-time, making it the correct choice. Nmap is a network scanner, Netcat is a networking utility, and Tcpdump is a command-line packet analyzer.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 3 pts
What was Wireshark originally named?
PacketSniffer
Ethereal
NetAnalyzer
TrafficMonitor
Answer explanation
Wireshark was originally named Ethereal. This name was used until 2006 when it was changed due to trademark issues. Ethereal is the correct answer among the options provided.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 3 pts
Which organization makes Nmap available?
nmap.org
wireshark.org
networktools.org
insecure.org
Answer explanation
Nmap is made available by the organization insecure.org, which is the official site for the Nmap security scanner. The other options do not host Nmap.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 3 pts
What type of scanning does Nmap perform?
Generic scanning
Active scanning
Passive scanning
Targeted scanning
Answer explanation
Nmap performs targeted scanning, which focuses on specific hosts or networks to gather detailed information about their services and vulnerabilities, unlike generic or passive scanning methods.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 3 pts
Which programming languages is Nmap written in?
Java and Python
C, C++, Python, and Lua
C# and Ruby
JavaScript and PHP
Answer explanation
Nmap is primarily written in C and C++, with additional components in Python and Lua. This combination allows for efficient network scanning and scripting capabilities, making 'C, C++, Python, and Lua' the correct answer.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 3 pts
What does Wireshark primarily capture?
File transfers
Network traffic
Service requests
Usernames
Answer explanation
Wireshark primarily captures network traffic, which includes all data packets transmitted over a network. This allows users to analyze and troubleshoot network issues effectively.
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