README.md

Simple SSH Honeypot Server

Introduction

The Simple SSH Honeypot Server is a script for cybersecurity enthusiasts and professionals to analyze SSH-based network interactions. Utilizing Python and the Twisted framework, this script simulates an SSH server, logging unauthorized access attempts and credentials. This is a valuable resource for understanding SSH vulnerabilities and intrusion techniques.

Features

• Low-Interaction Honeypot: Simulates an SSH server for safely logging authentication attempts.
• Customizable Configuration: Host and port settings can be adjusted through command-line arguments.
• Detailed Logging: Records all SSH interactions, including usernames and passwords.
• Real-Time Monitoring: Enables immediate logging and reporting of SSH activities for swift detection of anomalies.
• Educational Tool: Great for learning about SSH security issues and network reconnaissance methods.

Requirements

• Python 3.x
• Twisted Python library
• Cryptography Python library

Installation

To install and set up the SSH honeypot server, execute the following commands:

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

Usage

Start the server with these optional parameters for the host and port. By default, it binds to all interfaces (0.0.0.0) on port 2222.

python3 ssh.py --host 0.0.0.0 --port 2222 --version "SSH-2.0-OpenSSH_7.4"

Logging

All SSH interactions are logged in ssh_honeypot.log, providing detailed records of login attempts and commands issued to the server.

Simple SSH Honeypot In Action

This image displays the Simple SSH Honeypot Server capturing real-time SSH login attempts and commands.

Other Simple Honeypot Services

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

• DNS Honeypot - Monitors DNS interactions.
• FTP Honeypot - Simulates an FTP server.
• LDAP Honeypot - Mimics an LDAP server.
• HTTP Honeypot - Monitors HTTP interactions.
• HTTPS Honeypot - Monitors HTTPS interactions.
• NTP Honeypot - Monitors Network Time Protocol interactions.
• PostgreSQL Honeypot - Simulates a PostgreSQL database server.
• SIP Honeypot - Monitors SIP (Session Initiation Protocol) interactions.
• SSH Honeypot - Emulates an SSH server.
• TELNET Honeypot - Simulates a TELNET server.

Security and Compliance

• Caution: Employ this honeypot in secure and controlled environments for research and educational purposes.
• Compliance: Ensure all deployments comply with local and international legal standards.

License

This project is released under the MIT License. For more details, see the LICENSE file.