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Why Deception Technology Is Gaining Traction Across Global Enterprises

In an age of ever-evolving cyber threats, traditional security measures are no longer sufficient to protect critical digital assets. To stay ahead of sophisticated attackers, organizations are turning to more innovative and proactive solutions. One such approach gaining momentum globally is Deception Technology — a cybersecurity strategy that shifts the paradigm from reactive defenses to proactive threat detection and response. What is Deception Technology? Deception Technology involves the strategic deployment of decoys, traps, and lures within IT environments — including endpoints, servers, and networks — to mislead, detect, and engage malicious actors. These decoys mimic real IT assets, such as databases, applications, credentials, or file shares, without holding any real value. When attackers interact with these traps, their actions trigger alerts, allowing security teams to detect breaches early, study attacker behavior, and respond more effectively. Unlike conventional per...