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promiscuous mode

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The condition in which a node in a network recognizes and accepts all packets regardless of protocol type or destination. If a computer is in promiscuous mode, it could mean it has been compromised. After gaining illegal entry to a system, placing it in promiscuous mode allows it to receive all the available network traffic. See war driving.

(networking)promiscuous mode - Where a node on a network accepts all packets, regardless of their destination address.
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It can be used in a promiscuous mode to monitor network traffic only or can be used in an in-line mode to detect and block undesired packets.
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PhatNet Personal Edition monitors PPP connections only; the Professional product also enables collection and filtering of network packets directly from the Ethernet network adapter in a promiscuous mode for all common forms of packet data and security performance information, allowing information to be exported in standard formats for charting and statistical analysis.
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The NetIntercept appliance captures network traffic using a modified UNIX kernel and a standard Ethernet interface placed in promiscuous mode, making it undetectable and guaranteed silent on the monitored network.
NetIntercept 2.0 Raises the Bar for Network Forensics by Business Wire
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