CAS-004 Security Operations Practice Question
A security team is deploying deception technology to detect lateral movement within the network. They plan to use honeypots configured to mimic critical servers. Which TWO of the following are essential considerations for the honeypot deployment to be effective? (Choose TWO.)
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Use realistic network services and data to attract attackers
Honeypots should be properly isolated to prevent them from being used as a pivot point, and they should be designed to appear realistic to attract attackers. Placing them in the same broadcast domain is not necessary and could increase risk.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Configure the honeypots with the same patch level as production systems
Why it's wrong here
Honeypots often emulate vulnerabilities to attract attackers, so they may not need patching.
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Use realistic network services and data to attract attackers
Why this is correct
Realistic honeypots are more likely to be interacted with.
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Isolate the honeypots from production systems to prevent pivoting
Why this is correct
Prevents attackers from using the honeypot to attack real systems.
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Ensure the honeypots are in the same broadcast domain as production servers
Why it's wrong here
This could increase risk of exposure; isolation is preferred.
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Disable logging on honeypots to avoid detection by attackers
Why it's wrong here
Logging is critical to capture attacker activity.
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