Word of the Day – May 23, 2025

honeypot

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Definitions

Type Definition Sources
Noun A system (e.g., a Web server) or system resource (e.g., a file on a server) that is designed to be attractive to potential crackers and intruders and has no authorized users other than its administrators. (used 33 times in citations and controls)
  • Per ISO 704:2009 methodology
Noun A server specifically set up to attract and monitor intruders so that their actions do not affect production systems; also known as a decoy server. (used 0 times in citations and controls)
  • Per ISO 704:2009 methodology

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Plural honeypots
Plural Possessive honeypots'
Possessive honeypot's

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