In basic network scanning, ICMP Echo Requests (type 8) are sent to host computers from the attacker, who waits for which type of packet to confirm that the host computer is live? a. ICMP SYN-ACK packetb. ICMP SYN packetc. ICMP Echo Reply (type 8) d. ICMP Echo Reply (type 0)

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Evelyn Mejia

Computers & Technology

10 March, 16:03

In basic network scanning, ICMP Echo Requests (type 8) are sent to host computers from the attacker, who waits for which type of packet to confirm that the host computer is live? a. ICMP SYN-ACK packetb. ICMP SYN packetc. ICMP Echo Reply (type 8) d. ICMP Echo Reply (type 0)

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Kamora Brewer · Answer 1

d. ICMP Echo Reply (type 0)

Explanation:

ICMP or internet control message protocol is an Internet layer protocol in the TCP/IP suite. It works together with routing devices like the router to send messages based on results sensed in the network.

The RFC 1122 has stated that the ICMP server and end user application be configured or installed in user devices, for receiving and sending ICMP echo request packets and reply. The process is called pinging.

For an attacker to implement ping of ping, he needs to confirm if the target user in live by sending an ICMP echo request packet type 8, to receive an ICMP echo reply type0.