Cowrie
5.8#10 in honeypot softwareFree planFree planLinuxSelf-hosted
VisitCowrie vs KFSensor
What both publish
| Fact | Cowrie | KFSensor |
|---|---|---|
| Support | The project links users to community Slack and Discord channels. | License purchases include email support and upgrades for one year, after which an optional subscription extends support and maintenance for another year. |
Cowrie plans
- CowrieFree
KFSensor plans
- KFSensor Professional One Year Subscription$120 a year
- KFSensor Professional Edition$599, paid once
- KFSensor Enterprise EditionPriced on request
- KFSensor Enterprise One Year SubscriptionPriced on request
Pick Cowrie if…
Cowrie is aimed at security researchers, CERTs, and defenders who want to observe SSH and Telnet activity. It requires self-hosting and the listed local software requirements.
Pick KFSensor if…
KFSensor suits Windows security teams that need a self-hosted honeypot and service emulation. Enterprise features are intended for deployments using multiple sensors and central management.