Chapter 2. The Threat: Tools, Tactics, and Motives of Attackers
Before we start talking about how honeypots work and the problems they solve, we should first examine the problem: the attacker. By understanding who our threat is and how he operates, we will better understand the value and function of honeypots. The type of attacker you are attempting to identify, detect, or capture will also dictate the type of honeypot you build and how you deploy it. This chapter helps you recognize the enemies you are up against. Most of the information discussed in this chapter was obtained using honeypot technologies.
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