How To Catch Hackers with a Honeypot
0Honeypot Explained: Ever wondered how cybersecurity experts catch hackers red-handed? In this complete Pentbox Honeypot Tutorial, I’ll show you exactly how to set up a digital trap to lure in attackers, monitor their every move, and gather valuable threat intelligence.
This demonstration is perfect for beginners and ethical hacking enthusiasts looking to understand real-world network defense. We use the Pentbox tool, a simple yet effective way to deploy a low-interaction honeypot on a platform like Kali Linux.
In this Pentbox Honeypot Tutorial, you will learn:
What a honeypot is and how it functions as a decoy system.
The difference between a production and a research honeypot.
Step-by-step instructions for running and configuring the Pentbox tool from GitHub.
How to simulate an attack and watch the live intrusion detection log.
The essential data points captured include the attacker’s IP address and attempted commands.
This simple technique is a must-know for anyone studying cybersecurity, network security, or planning a career in infosec.
🕒 Video Timestamps
➡️ *0:00* Introduction to Honeypots & The Trap Concept
➡️ *0:30* What is Pentbox and Where to Get the Tool (GitHub Link)
➡️ *1:15* Pentbox Installation and Initial Configuration
➡️ *2:45* Step-by-Step Honeypot Setup on Kali Linux
➡️ *4:00* Live Demonstration: Simulating an Intrusion
➡️ *5:30* Analyzing the Intrusion Detection Report / Log Analysis
➡️ *6:00* Conclusion & Final Thoughts on Low-Interaction Honeypots
Tools Used:
Pentbox (Simple Honeypot Tool)
Kali Linux (Operating System)
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