A security administrator wants to learn more about the attack methodologies targeting the organization's web servers. The goal is to set up a decoy system that looks like a real server, complete with apparent vulnerabilities, to attract attackers. By observing the activity on this decoy, the administrator hopes to gather intelligence without risking production assets. Which of the following technologies should be used?
A honeypot is a security mechanism designed to act as a decoy to lure cyberattackers into a controlled environment. It mimics a real system with vulnerabilities, enticing attackers to interact with it. By monitoring the honeypot, security professionals can gather valuable information about the attackers' methods and intentions without exposing the actual production systems to risk. A firewall filters traffic , an IDS detects suspicious activity but doesn't lure attackers , and a SIEM aggregates and analyzes log data from various sources.
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