OWASP Honeypot Project - Web Application Security Through Threat Intelligence

Overview

Discover how honeypots and threat intelligence can enhance web application security through automated monitoring, analysis, and mitigation of sophisticated cyber threats.

Syllabus

• Introduction to Web Application Security
Overview of web application security fundamentals
Common web vulnerabilities (e.g., SQL Injection, XSS)
Importance of proactive security measures
• Understanding Honeypots
Definition and purpose of honeypots
Types of honeypots (low-interaction vs. high-interaction)
Deployment and configuration of honeypots
• The OWASP Honeypot Project
Goals and benefits of the OWASP Honeypot Project
Key features and components
Case studies and real-world applications
• Threat Intelligence Fundamentals
What is threat intelligence?
Types of threat intelligence (strategic, tactical, operational, technical)
Sources and collection methods
• Integrating Honeypots with Threat Intelligence
How honeypots generate threat intelligence data
Tools for analyzing honeypot data
Sharing and leveraging threat intelligence
• Automated Monitoring and Analysis
Setting up automated monitoring systems
Analyzing attack patterns and trends
Identifying false positives and true threats
• Threat Mitigation Strategies
Responding to detected threats
Utilizing threat intelligence for proactive mitigation
Continuous improvement of security posture
• Case Studies and Hands-On Practice
Analyzing real-world examples of honeypot deployments
Practical exercises in deploying and configuring honeypots
Simulating attacks and interpreting data
• Best Practices and Ethical Considerations
Ethical considerations in deploying honeypots
Legal implications and compliance
Industry best practices for honeypot deployment
• Closing and Future Directions
Recap of key concepts and learnings
Future trends in honeypot technology and threat intelligence
Final Q&A and resources for further study

Subjects

Programming