This module uses the shodan API to check if a server is a honeypot or not. The api returns a score from 0.0 to 1.0. 1.0 being a honeypot. A shodan API key is needed for this module to work properly. If you don't have an account, go here to register: https://account.shodan.io/register For more info on how their honeyscore system works, go here: https://honeyscore.shodan.io/
To display the available options, load the module within the Metasploit console and run the commands 'show options' or 'show advanced':
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