Investigation of Data Interception and its Vulnerabilities in HTTP and HTTPS networks through Packet Sniffers

Packet analysis is a decisive process in the field of networks and cybersecurity. It is indispensable to maintain the reliability, security and performance of computer networks. Packet sniffers, also known as network analyzers or packet capture tools are the software or hardware tools used for packet sniffing. Packet analyzer is a valuable tool for network administrators and security professionals, providing insights into network behavior, identifying issues, and troubleshooting in a wide range of applications. This paper highlights the key aspects of Sniffer tools to identify the vulnerabilities in websites resulting in password retrieval and thus creating an awareness in compliance with privacy and legal requirements with valuable cognizance in network behavior and security.