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Simple Telnet Honeypot Server

Introduction

The Simple Telnet Honeypot Server offers cybersecurity professionals and enthusiasts a straightforward tool for capturing and analyzing Telnet-based interactions. This Python-scripted server, built upon the Twisted network programming framework, simulates a Telnet server to log unauthorized access attempts and helps in identifying potential security breaches.

Features

  • Low-Interaction Honeypot: Simulates a Telnet server to safely log authentication attempts without high risk.
  • Configurable Settings: The host and port settings can be easily modified using command-line arguments.
  • Extensive Logging: Every interaction, including login credentials, is recorded for in-depth security auditing.
  • Interactive Response Simulation: Mimics a live Telnet service, providing automated responses to capture more detailed information.
  • Educational Resource: Great for learning about Telnet service vulnerabilities and network security monitoring.

Requirements

  • Python 3.x
  • Twisted Python library

Installation

Begin by cloning the repository or downloading the telnet.py script. Make sure Python and Twisted are installed on your system.

git clone https://github.com/0xNslabs/telnet-honeypot.git
cd telnet-honeypot
pip install twisted

Usage

Start the server with the following command, specifying host and port if needed. By default, it binds to all interfaces (0.0.0.0) on port 2323.

python3 telnet.py --host 0.0.0.0 --port 2323

Logging

Interaction logs are saved in telnet_honeypot.log, which contains detailed records of all Telnet commands and login attempts.

Simple Telnet Honeypot In Action

Simple Telnet Honeypot in Action The above image showcases the Simple Telnet Honeypot server capturing login attempts.

Other Simple Honeypot Services

Check out the other honeypot services for monitoring various network protocols:

Security and Compliance

  • Caution: Operate this honeypot within a secure and controlled environment.
  • Compliance: Deploy this honeypot in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

License

This project is made available under the MIT License. For more information, see the LICENSE file.