Mastering Honeypots: Advanced Techniques for Cybersecurity Defense

Description:

This course provides an in-depth understanding of honeypots, their purpose, types, and deployment strategies. Students will learn how to design, implement, and manage honeypots, analyze collected data, and understand their role in cybersecurity.

Course Code: BDT349

Duration: 1 Day

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the concept and purpose of honeypots.
• Differentiate between various types of honeypots.
• Implement and deploy honeypots in a network.
• Analyze data collected by honeypots to identify threats.
• Understand legal and ethical considerations related to honeypot deployment.

• Basic understanding of computer networks and cybersecurity principles.
• Familiarity with Linux operating system and basic scripting.

• Network administerator, Cybersecurity proffesionals and IT proffesionals.

• Network administerator, Cybersecurity proffesionals and IT proffesionals.

Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Honeypots

• Definition and History of Honeypots
• Purpose and Benefits of Using Honeypots
• Overview of Cyber Threats and Attacks
• Types of Honeypots (Low-Interaction vs. High-Interaction)

Module 2: Types of Honeypots

• Research vs. Production Honeypots
• Low-Interaction Honeypots
• High-Interaction Honeypots

Module 3: Honeypot Architecture

• Components of a Honeypot System
• Network Placement and Integration
• Virtual vs. Physical Honeypots
• Setting Up a Virtual Environment for Honeypots

Module 4: Deployment Strategies

• Designing a Honeypot: Goals and Scope
• Network Configuration and Isolation
• Deployment Best Practices
• Hands-On Lab: Setting Up a Basic Low-Interaction Honeypot

Module 5: Data Collection and Analysis

• Logging and Monitoring Tools
• Analyzing Honeypot Data
• Identifying and Classifying Threats
• Case Studies of Honeypot Deployments

Module 6: Advanced Honeypot Techniques

• Creating Custom Honeypots
• Deception Techniques
• Honeytokens and Honeyfiles
• Hands-On Lab: Implementing a High-Interaction Honeypot

Module 7: Legal and Ethical Considerations

• Legal Issues in Honeypot Deployment
• Ethical Implications
• Privacy Concerns
• Guidelines and Best Practices

Module 8: Practical Applications and Case Studies

• Real-World Examples of Honeypot Use
• Analysis of High-Profile Cyber Attacks Using Honeypots
• Student Presentations on Honeypot Case Studies

Module 9: Emerging Trends and Future Directions

• Integration with Threat Intelligence Platforms
• Machine Learning and AI in Honeypots
• The Future of Honeypot Technology

Training Material Provided:

Yes (Digital format)