Strategic Deception in Security

Strategic deception in security involves intentionally providing false or misleading information to prevent or disrupt malicious actors from understanding real systems, intentions, or vulnerabilities. It’s like a chess player deliberately revealing a less important move to hide their true strategy. Organizations use tactics such as fake data, decoy servers, or misleading signals to mislead attackers, wasting their time and resources, and increasing the chances of catching or thwarting them. Ultimately, strategic deception is a proactive approach that enhances security by creating uncertainty and protecting critical assets.