CompTIA
N10-005 · Question #65
Which of the following describes a single computer that is setup specifically to lure hackers into revealing their methods, and preventing real attacks on the production network?
The correct answer is B. Honeypot. In computer terminology, a honeypot is a trap set to detect, deflect, or in some manner counteract attempts at unauthorized use of information systems.
Network security
Question
Which of the following describes a single computer that is setup specifically to lure hackers into revealing their methods, and preventing real attacks on the production network?
Options
- AEvil twin
- BHoneypot
- CDMZ
- DHoneynet
How the community answered
(41 responses)- A7% (3)
- B88% (36)
- C2% (1)
- D2% (1)
Explanation
In computer terminology, a honeypot is a trap set to detect, deflect, or in some manner counteract attempts at unauthorized use of information systems.
Topics
#honeypot#intrusion detection#network deception#security monitoring
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