Stephen, a security specialist, was instructed to identify emerging threats on the organization's network. In this process, he employed a computer system on the Internet intended to attract and trap t

The correct answer is B. Honeypot. Honeypot is correct because it is specifically defined as a decoy system placed on a network to lure attackers, monitor their behavior, and gather intelligence on emerging threats - exactly what Stephen deployed. A firewall (A) is wrong because it filters/blocks traffic rather th

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Stephen, a security specialist, was instructed to identify emerging threats on the organization's network. In this process, he employed a computer system on the Internet intended to attract and trap those who attempt unauthorized host system utilization to penetrate the organization's network. Identify the type of security solution employed by Stephen in the above scenario.

Options

AFirewall
BHoneypot
CIDS
DProxy server

How the community answered

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A
5% (2)
B
93% (41)
D
2% (1)

Explanation

Honeypot is correct because it is specifically defined as a decoy system placed on a network to lure attackers, monitor their behavior, and gather intelligence on emerging threats - exactly what Stephen deployed. A firewall (A) is wrong because it filters/blocks traffic rather than attracting attackers. An IDS (C) passively monitors and alerts on suspicious activity but does not act as bait. A proxy server (D) acts as an intermediary for client requests and has no deception or trapping function.

Memory tip: Think of a honeypot like a bear trap baited with honey - it looks attractive to intruders but exists solely to catch them in the act.

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#Honeypot#Threat detection#Deception technology#Network monitoring

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