In computing, promiscuous mode is a configuration of a network card that makes the card pass all
traffic it receives to the central processing unit rather than just packets addressed to it – a feature
normally used for packet sniffing. Which of the following is placed in promiscuous mode, according
to the data flow, to permit a NIDS to monitor the traffic?
A.
Filter
B.
Sensor
C.
Appliance
D.
Console