A honeypot is a computer system that is set up to mimic a vulnerable target to an attacker. It is used to detect, deflect, or even counteract attempts at unauthorized use of or access to information systems. Honeypots are designed to appear to be an attractive target to an attacker, so that the attacker will target the honeypot instead of the actual environment.

Honeypots are used to gain information about attackers and their techniques by recording and analyzing the attacks. Honeypots may also serve as decoys, distracting attackers from the production systems. By understanding the attack strategies and techniques, security professionals can improve their defenses in the actual production environment.

Honeypots can be used in many different ways, from collecting information about attackers to distracting them from attacking the production environment. Honeypots can also be used to monitor malicious activities and help detect intrusions. Honeypots can also be used to detect malicious code and/or malware. By monitoring honeypots, organizations can create an early warning system to help detect attacks before they can cause any damage.