Find Attackers Inside Your Network. *Before* They Disrupt Learning.
TRUSTED BY SCHOOL DISTRICTS, COLLEGES, AND UNIVERSITIES NATIONWIDE
Your perimeter security can’t catch everything. StingBox is the simple, affordable internal threat detection device that alerts you to intruders *before* they deploy ransomware. Built for overworked K-12 and university IT teams who need results, not more complexity.
Sound Familiar? The Education IT Reality.
You’re on the front lines, defending against enterprise-level threats with a shoestring budget and not enough hours in the day. We get it. StingBox was designed for your reality.
Crushing Staff Shortages
You're doing the work of three people. StingBox is a true 'force multiplier'—a set-and-forget security expert that watches your internal network 24/7 with zero maintenance and alerts you can actually act on.
Non-Existent Budgets
Stop paying for complex platforms you don't have time to manage. StingBox is priced for building-level deployment, providing critical internal visibility that complements the free tools you already use.
Total Lack of Internal Visibility
Once an attacker bypasses your perimeter, they are invisible. StingBox exposes their every move—port scans, credential stuffing, lateral movement—giving you critical time to prevent a district-wide disaster.
From Chaos to Control in Minutes
StingBox is the digital tripwire that finally gives you the upper hand against ransomware. No agents, no logs to review, just crystal-clear alerts when it matters.
Deploy the Trap
Plug a StingBox into any subnet or VLAN. 5 minutes. No agents. No configuration headaches.
Sit Back
StingBox mimics real devices and services, silently waiting for an attacker to make a mistake.
Catch the Intruder
The moment a compromised device or bad actor scans the network, they touch the StingBox.
Prevent the Breach
You get an *instant* alert with the attacker's IP. Isolate the machine. Stop the attack. Keep the schools open.
How It Works: A Deeper Dive
StingBox uses high-interaction honeypot technology to provide a simple, powerful layer of defense. It’s a passive listener that creates an unavoidable trap for any malicious actor inside your network.
Realistic Service Emulation
Each StingBox emulates a range of attractive services attackers look for, such as SSH, RDP, FTP, SMB, and HTTP/S. These emulated services act as tripwires without adding any real vulnerabilities to your network.
Broad Detection Capabilities
StingBox instantly detects common reconnaissance and lateral movement techniques, including ARP scans, Ping sweeps, TCP/UDP port scans, and attempted logins to its emulated services (credential stuffing)
High-Fidelity, Actionable Alerts
Because no legitimate traffic should ever interact with a StingBox, every alert is a high-confidence indicator of compromise. Alerts contain the Source IP, MAC Address, timestamp, and the specific action taken, giving you exactly what you need to respond.
Zero Network Impact
As a passive device, StingBox adds zero latency or overhead to your network. It doesn’t inspect your data, route traffic, or require complex integrations with your switches. It’s the ultimate low-risk, high-reward security tool.
The No-Brainer Decision for Education IT
100% FERPA & CIPA Compliant
Zero student or staff data is ever monitored, collected, or transmitted. StingBox is a security tool, not a surveillance tool, ensuring privacy compliance.
Automate internal threat hunting and free up your team's valuable time to focus on strategic projects, not chasing down endless alerts.
Get alerted at the very first stage of an attack—reconnaissance—long before malware is deployed or data is encrypted.
An affordable solution that provides immense value and often qualifies for E-Rate and other technology grants.
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Complement, Don’t Replace
StingBox fills a critical gap that firewalls, EDR, and vulnerability scanners miss, making your entire security stack more effective.
How StingBox Flips the Script on Attackers
The Attacker's Goal
They bypass your perimeter, land on one machine, and then quietly map your *internal* network to find servers and deploy ransomware. This “lateral movement” is their biggest advantage.
Your Visibility Gap
Your firewall and EDR are blind to this internal movement. Without an internal tripwire, the attacker operates undetected for days, giving them time to cripple your entire district or campus.
StingBox Shuts Them Down
StingBox eliminates their advantage. By placing simple decoys across your network, you force the attacker to reveal themselves the moment they explore. You turn their reconnaissance into your instant alert.
“StingBox has been a game-changer in our security strategy. It traps and analyzes threats, providing invaluable insights into potential vulnerabilities. Keep up the excellent work!”
Ivo Ivanov
How StingBox Complements Your Existing Security
| Security Feature | Firewall | Antivirus / EDR | StingBox |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blocks External Attacks | |||
| Stops Known Malware | |||
| Detects Internal Lateral Movement | |||
| Detects Insider Threats & Credential Abuse | |||
| Zero False Positives | |||
| No Impact on Network Performance |
Stop Chasing Alerts. Start Catching Attackers.
Join leading school districts and universities who trust StingBox to protect their students, staff, and reputation. Schedule a quick, no-fluff demo and see how you can secure your network from the inside out.