Honeypot (computing)
Videos
In computer security, a honeypot is a mechanism set to detect, deflect, or, in some manner, counteract attempts at unauthorized use of information systems. Generally, a honeypot consists of data that
Diagram of an information system honeypot
A black hat is a computer hacker, who disobeys laws or violates ethical standards for purposes such as civil disobedience, cybercrime, cyberwarfare, or malice. These acts can range from piracy to iden
Honeypot (computing)
…information about the attacks or attackers than research honeypots. Research honeypots are run to gather information about the motives and tactics of the black hat community targeting different networks. These honeypots do not add direct value to a specific organization; instead, they are used to research the…
Kevin Mitnick, a noted black hat hacker