Summary

There is still a great deal of confusion about what a honeypot is and its impact on the security community. I hope this book changes that. This book defines honeypots, their value, the different types, and their deployment. Honeypots also have some unique issues, such as risks and legal issues. It is my hope to piece together all these issues and give you a comprehensive resource on honeypots and honeypot-related technologies.

As I said in the beginning of this chapter, I have always been and continue to be a big fan of honeypots. I love the idea of turning the tables on the bad guys and building a system you invite them to attack. The excitement of not knowing what will happen next or what I will learn keeps me motivated. I also believe ...

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