Stop bots with real-time detection is that not all bots are bad, and some even help companies deliver great digital experiences for their customers. However, when not detected and prevented, bots can wreak havoc on analytics, security, and user experience. And they can be used for a wide range of automated attacks, including account takeover (ATO), credential stuffing, carding, and scraping. These attacks result in significant financial losses for the company as well as negative consumer sentiment, which can lead to churn and lower revenue.
Detect and Block Bots in Real Time as They Appear
Some of the most common ways to detect bots include JavaScript tagging, which looks at real-time behavior like mouse movements and keystrokes to identify patterns that deviate from normal human engagement. Another method, device fingerprinting, uses the intricate details of a user’s configuration (e.g., operating system, screen size, and type) to create a unique profile of that device. Any inconsistencies can be red flags that indicate the presence of a bot trying to penetrate your site or app.
Another popular approach is rate limiting, which uses web application firewalls to set specific rules for actions such as credit card inputs and logins to prevent bots from entering your site at high speeds. But advanced bots use tactics such as mirroring user behavior and rotating IP addresses to get around rate-limiting rules. This is why a comprehensive detection solution that includes bot detection and prevention capabilities is the best way to protect against these evasive threats.