Protecting Critical Systems: The Use of Honeypot-Factory in Industrial Control and Operational Technology Environments

Honeypot-factory is a term used to describe the use of deception techniques in industrial control systems (ICS) and operational technology (OT) environments. This method involves setting up fake assets within a network in order to lure in potential attackers and study their behavior. ICS and OT environments are used to control and monitor critical infrastructure and industrial processes, such as power plants, manufacturing facilities, and transportation systems. These systems are essential for the functioning of modern society and any disruption can have serious consequences. Unfortunately, these systems are also a target for cyber criminals who are seeking to exploit vulnerabilities in order to cause disruption, steal sensitive information, or extort ransom. To mitigate this threat, many organizations are now using honeypot-factory techniques to detect and respond to cyber attacks. The honeypot-factory approach involves setting up fake systems within a network that appear to be legitimate, but are actually designed to trap potential attackers. These systems are equipped with sensors and monitoring tools that allow security teams to study the behavior of the attackers and gather information about their tactics and techniques. One of the key benefits of the honeypot-factory approach is that it helps to protect critical assets by diverting the attention of attackers away from them and towards the fake systems. This allows security teams to detect and respond to attacks more quickly, reducing the risk of serious harm to the critical systems. In conclusion, the use of honeypot-factory techniques in ICS and OT environments is an important step in the fight against cyber attacks. By setting up fake systems within networks, organizations can detect and respond to threats more quickly and effectively, reducing the risk of harm to critical systems.