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Honeypot

Honeypot

A Honeypot is a security mechanism set up to detect, deflect, or study attempts at unauthorized use of information systems. It acts as a decoy, mimicking real systems that attract attackers while keeping them away from legitimate targets. Honeypots help researchers and security professionals understand threats, identify vulnerabilities, and improve network security by providing insights into attack methods and behaviors.