Explain honeypot ?

A honeypot is a cybersecurity technique used to lure and deceive hackers or malicious actors into a trap. It involves setting up a system or network with vulnerabilities that appear to be valuable or important to attackers, but are actually isolated and monitored by security professionals.

The purpose of a honeypot is to gather information about the tactics, techniques, and tools used by hackers, as well as to divert their attention away from real systems and data. By analyzing the activities of attackers in a controlled environment, organizations can improve their security measures and better protect their actual assets.

Honeypots can be deployed in various forms, such as a network of fake servers, a simulated website, or a virtual machine with intentionally weak security. They are typically used as a proactive defense mechanism to detect and respond to potential threats before they can cause harm to an organization's infrastructure.