File Deception
Document-Based Security Traps
File Deception
Plant deceptive documents, spreadsheets and other files that alert you when accessed. Track unauthorized data access attempts with files that look valuable but are actually sophisticated traps.
File Deception transforms your data security strategy by turning what appears to be your most valuable information assets into powerful detection tools. Our solution creates convincing but fake documents, spreadsheets, database records, and other file types that immediately alert your security team when accessed.
These deceptive files are meticulously crafted to appear authentic and valuable to attackers but contain specialized monitoring capabilities that can track access, exfiltration attempts, and even identify the specific attacker systems involved. This approach allows you to detect data theft attempts early while gathering actionable intelligence on threat actors targeting your organization.
Deceptive Documents
Create convincing fake documents containing apparent sensitive information that trigger alerts when opened, downloaded, or copied, revealing unauthorized access attempts.
Monitored Spreadsheets
Deploy spreadsheets that appear to contain financial data, customer information, or other valuable records while tracking all access and interactions.
Database Honeytokens
Insert deceptive records into databases that look like genuine customer, financial, or product information but trigger alerts when queried or extracted.
Source Code Traps
Plant monitored code snippets, configuration files, and API keys that detect intellectual property theft and insider threats when accessed.
Watermarked Media
Implement invisible tracking in images, PDFs, and other media files that provides attribution information when files are exfiltrated or shared externally.
Confidential Decoys
Create fake executive reports, strategic plans, and other high-value content that attract attackers while providing early warning of breach activity.
Technical Specifications
Supported File Types
- Office Documents (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- PDFs & Rich Text Files
- Images & Media Files
- Source Code & Scripts
- Database Records
- Configuration Files
- Credential Files
Deployment Locations
- File Shares & Network Drives
- Cloud Storage Platforms
- Document Management Systems
- Email Attachments
- Databases
- Source Repositories
- Local Workstations
Tracking Capabilities
- Access Monitoring
- Exfiltration Detection
- Device Fingerprinting
- Copy/Paste Tracking
- Network Attribution
- Geolocation Data
- Behavioral Analysis
Implementation Process
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Data Environment Analysis
We analyze your data environment to identify the types of files most valuable to attackers and the optimal locations for deception file placement.
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Deception Content Creation
Our team creates convincing deceptive files that match your organization's document templates, naming conventions, and data formats.
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Strategic Deployment
Deceptive files are strategically placed in locations attackers are likely to target, creating a comprehensive detection net throughout your environment.
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Monitoring Integration
All deceptive files are connected to your security monitoring infrastructure, ensuring immediate alerts and comprehensive tracking of access and exfiltration attempts.
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Continuous Refinement
The deception file ecosystem is regularly updated based on threat intelligence and evolving attacker techniques to maintain effectiveness.