One of the most widely used network protocol analyzer tools is finally getting a home of its own, after decades of corporate sponsorship. Wireshark got its start back in 1998, originally known as ...

A protocol analyzer is a software tool that tunes into packets of data as they move across networks. Properly used, it can help demonstrate why secure software is a good idea and can help secure ...

Whether for an ad-hoc analysis of a problem or ongoing monitoring, a protocol analyzer can be a valuable tool for the security pro. The complexities of a modern corporate network with multiple ...

This week I'll explain how Ethereal can help you recognize network scans and identify protocol misconfigurations -- particularly vexing when setting up virtual private networks (VPNs). I'll also show ...