Definition of sniffer
sniffer
noun
- computer program which secretly intercepts traffic on a network, usu. for the purpose of exploiting computer security.
Last edited on Aug 30 2003. Submitted by Morgan D. from Seattle, WA, USA on Aug 30 2003.
- a person who uses a sniffer computer program.
Last edited on Aug 30 2003. Submitted by Morgan D. from Seattle, WA, USA on Aug 30 2003.
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