Cyber threats are becoming more sophisticated by the day. At PocketSIEM we focus on giving you the tools to stay one step ahead, an early warning system every SOC needs. Among the most valuable SOC and SIEM additions we offer are honeypots and canary files. But what are they and why should they matter to your organisation.
What Are Honeypots?
Honeypots are decoy systems or services designed to attract attackers. Think of them as a trap set up to detect unauthorised activity. They do not contain real data but they look real enough to draw the attention of hackers. When an attacker interacts with a honeypot it triggers alerts in your SOC giving your security team crucial early insight into potential threats.
Honeypots act as a proactive detection tool and function as an early warning system. They alert you to malicious activity before it can affect your real environment. By monitoring these interactions you gain visibility into attack patterns techniques and even the identity of potential threat actors.
What Are Canary Files?
Canary files work in a similar way but are more discreet. These specially created files are placed in strategic locations across your network. They appear valuable but are essentially bait. When someone accesses modifies or moves a canary file it immediately triggers an alert.
Canary files are your network’s silent sentinels quietly watching for signs of intrusion. They are particularly effective for spotting insider threats or attackers who have bypassed other security measures.
Why They Are an Early Warning System
Honeypots and canary files provide an early warning system giving your SOC and SIEM the ability to detect threats before they escalate. Alerts arrive at the first sign of suspicious activity allowing rapid response and reducing the risk of serious damage.
Using honeypots and canary files in your environment is not just sensible it is essential. They provide:
- Proactive threat detection before critical systems are compromised
- Insight into attacker behaviour for improved defence strategies
- Peace of mind knowing you have a constant invisible monitoring layer
Free Honeypots and Canary Files
PocketSIEM includes free honeypots and canary files as part of our service. This means you can start benefiting from this early warning system immediately without additional cost or complex setup. It is a simple way to strengthen your SOC and SIEM capabilities while staying ahead of potential threats.
Could This Be the Best SOC and SIEM Offering Available?
Combine our intuitive SIEM platform with honeypots and canary files and you get a powerful proactive security solution. Many of our customers have asked themselves could this be the best SOC and SIEM offering available. With real-time alerts automated monitoring and advanced early warning systems it is easy to see why.
Honeypots and canary files are not just nice to have they are among the most valuable SOC and SIEM additions you can implement today. They give unmatched visibility improve incident response times and protect your organisation from both external and internal threats.
The Early Warning System Every SOC Needs - Bottom Line
If you want to strengthen your SOC and SIEM capabilities incorporating honeypots and canary files is a smart move. As part of PocketSIEM’s offering these tools provide a cost-effective proactive early warning system to keep your environment secure and give you peace of mind.
PocketSIEM gives you an early warning system that works when it matters most. By including free honeypots and canary files in every deployment, we provide some of the most valuable SOC and SIEM additions available today.
