KFSensor
6.2#4 in honeypot softwareFrom $120 a yearWindows
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OpenCanary
6.5#2 in honeypot softwareFree planFree planLinuxmacOSSelf-hosted
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | KFSensor | OpenCanary |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | KFSensor is a Windows honeypot system that detects intrusions by simulating vulnerable system services and trojans. | OpenCanary is a multi-protocol network honeypot intended to detect attackers interacting with services on non-public networks. |
| Support | License purchases include email support and upgrades for one year, after which an optional subscription extends support and maintenance for another year. | Bug reports are requested through GitHub, security vulnerabilities through the project security policy, and feature requests through the project tracker. |
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
OpenCanary plans
- OpenCanaryFree
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.
Pick OpenCanary if…
It suits administrators who want a self-hosted decoy for detecting interactions with network services. Linux provides the widest module options; macOS lacks SMB monitoring, and portscan monitoring is limited to Linux and disabled in Docker.