Data Types for Source/Destination Ports

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The data type necessary to obtain information about source/destination ports is session data.

Session data refers to information collected about network traffic, including source and destination IP addresses and ports. This type of data is captured and analyzed by network security devices such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and network traffic analyzers.

In order to understand the nature of network traffic and identify potential security threats, it is important to analyze session data to identify patterns, anomalies, and potential security risks. This analysis can provide insight into the type of traffic being transmitted on the network, as well as the applications and services being used.

Statistical data refers to data that is used to analyze trends and patterns over time. This may include data such as traffic volume, bandwidth usage, and network performance metrics. While statistical data can be useful for understanding overall network trends, it is not specific enough to provide information about individual sessions or source/destination ports.

Alert data refers to data generated by security devices when a potential security threat is detected. This may include information such as the type of threat, the source IP address, and the target system. While alert data can be useful for identifying specific security threats, it does not provide detailed information about individual sessions or source/destination ports.

Connectivity data refers to data that is used to track network connections between devices. This may include information such as the IP addresses and MAC addresses of connected devices, as well as the type of connection being used (e.g. wired or wireless). While connectivity data can be useful for identifying network devices and tracking network activity, it does not provide detailed information about individual sessions or source/destination ports.