About this tag
The tag 'zombie host' on WindowsForum.com refers to network hosts that appear in scans but are not actual active devices. In a discussion about network scanning with tools like Nmap and Wireshark on Windows, a user reports capturing only the default gateway, their own laptop, and zombie hosts. This suggests zombie hosts may be phantom entries or misidentified devices, often due to network configuration issues, adapter limitations, or scan settings. The topic is relevant to Windows networking, troubleshooting wireless adapters (Qualcomm Atheros QCA61x4), and using packet capture tools. Users encountering zombie hosts may need to adjust scan parameters or investigate network anomalies.
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Windows 10 Nmap, Wireshark etc capture only my Laptop
Hello Community, My Friend has an Open Wifi in his Hostpital and asked me to scan the Network. I used years Linux but now I have an Lenovo with Qualcomm Atheros QCA61x4 wireless adapter ( not working on Linux). I don't have an external wireless card because i'm now in the Jungle and the...- germananonymous
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- Forum: Windows Networking