Risky Business Risky Biz Soap Box: Thinkst Canary's decade of deception
Oct 28, 2024
Haroon Meer, founder of Thinkst Canary, shares insights from a decade in deception technology. He discusses how Thinkst continues to lead the deception game with user-friendly solutions. The conversation delves into the innovative use of internal honeypots and canary tokens for risk management. Meer also reflects on the importance of establishing genuine connections at cybersecurity conferences, blending humor with practical advice. He touches on the evolving landscape of security and the persistent preference for hardware devices over cloud solutions.
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Honeypots' Bad Reputation
- Haroon Meer recalls early challenges with honeypots having a bad reputation due to external deployments.
- Internal honeypots, like Canary, address this by focusing on internal network threats, providing high-quality signals.
Simplicity Wins
- Thinkst Canary's simplicity is key to its success, contrasting with VC-funded competitors' complex, often unused solutions.
- This simplicity also makes Canary accessible and less intimidating for users.
Canary for Everyone
- Haroon Meer suggests every organization, regardless of size, should use Canary.
- Its affordability and high signal quality make it a valuable security investment for diverse users, from small law firms to large tech companies.