----- Original Message ----- 
From: Ben Keepper <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sent: Wednesday, June 02, 1999 6:54 PM
Subject: 'Snarfing'


> "Snarfing"
> 
> Not sure if this is the correct term, but I've heard it several times of
> late.  It seems to refer to the ability to take control of a session from
> someone else and essentially spoof their identity.
> 
> How do "attackers" monitor these sessions and what tools do they use to
> monitor and take control?
> 
> Is this "attack" a danger only to certain protocols?
> 
> What are the defenses against this attack?
> 
> Any discussion is appreciated.
> 
> Ben
> 

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