A honeypot is a decoy system that mimics a legitimate system to attract and trap potential attackers. It is intentionally made vulnerable to entice malicious actors, allowing cybersecurity professionals to monitor and analyze their behavior, methods, and techniques. This information can then be used to strengthen the security of real systems and develop more effective defenses against future attacks. Honeypots are an essential tool in deception and disruption technology, as they help detect and deflect attacks away from critical systems.