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Honeypot

What is it?

A honeypot is a trap set to catch intruders or attackers on a network. It appears to be a real system but is actually fake.


Tech Understandability: Intermediate


Simple One-Sentence Definition

A honeypot is a security measure to detect cyber threats.


Analogy or Comparison

It’s like a decoy that lures in intruders but keeps them away from valuable assets.


Why it matters?

Honeypots help organizations learn about cyber threats and improve their defense mechanisms.


Fun Fact

Honeypots can also gather data on attacker behavior and methods.


Related Terms

Cybersecurity: Cybersecurity is the practice of protecting systems and data from digital attacks.

Intrusion Detection System: An intrusion detection system monitors networks for malicious activity or policy violations.

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