An administrator is asked to deploy a virtual machine (VM) that can sniff packets for the Security team.
Which setting must be set to `accept` on the VM's port group?
An administrator is asked to deploy a virtual machine (VM) that can sniff packets for the Security team.
Which setting must be set to `accept` on the VM's port group?
To allow a virtual machine (VM) to sniff packets, the port group that the VM is connected to must have its 'Promiscuous mode' setting set to 'accept'. This enables the VM's network adapter to receive all network traffic traveling through the virtual switch, regardless of the intended recipient. By accepting all packets, the VM can capture and analyze network traffic effectively.
A. Promiscuous Mode
A. Promiscuous mode To allow a virtual machine (VM) to sniff packets on its port group, the "Promiscuous mode" setting must be set to "accept" on the VM's port group. Explanation: Promiscuous mode: When promiscuous mode is set to "accept" on a port group, the virtual network adapter of the VM attached to that port group can receive all network traffic on the virtual switch, regardless of whether the traffic is intended for the VM or not. This enables the VM to capture and analyze all network packets flowing through the virtual switch.
A. Promiscuous mode