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Bots – not all friendly automations looking to help

Techradar · 1y ago

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Bots, once seen as helpful tools, are increasingly being used for malicious purposes in cybersecurity. Online businesses, which rely heavily on automation, are vulnerable to attack from bots. Attackers use bots to execute a variety of techniques, including scalping, credential stuffing, and scraping. This results in financial losses, damaged reputation, and degraded website performance for the targeted businesses. The impact on consumers is also significant, with increased prices and questionable behavior. Regulation and technological innovation are necessary to combat these threats effectively. Awareness of the magnitude of the problem is crucial for driving action.