> Source: [sk167160](https://support.checkpoint.com/results/sk/sk167160)

# sk167160 - SandBlast Honeypot folders are being created unnecessarily, when Windows Folder Redirection enabled

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| Solution ID | sk167160 |
| Date Created | 2020-06-24 |
| Last Modified | 2025-06-24 |
| Technical Level | Advanced |
| Products | Endpoint Security |
| Versions | E89.X, E88.X |
| OS | Windows |

## Symptoms

- SandBlast Honeypot folders are being created unnecessarily, when Windows Folder Redirection is enabled.  

![](https://sc1.checkpoint.com/sc/SolutionsStatics/sk167160/Honey202006241758421.jpg)

## Cause

When the Windows "Folder Redirection" feature is enabled, honeypot folders are being synchronized between different users, causing more and more honeypot files to be created unnecessarily.

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## Solution

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