Breaking (Bad) Bots: Bot Abuse Analysis and Other Fraud Benchmarks

The cybercrime economy is thriving, driven by financially motivated bad actors who have established lucrative “dark” businesses. Bad actors prioritize efficiency to maximize their illicit earnings, using bots for everything from buying coveted concert tickets to draining bank accounts to even more sinister endeavors like human trafficking. The exponential rise in bot-related attacks, coupled with the subsequent shift to human fraud farms when bots are blocked, has created a massive problem that threatens digital businesses and the safety of online consumers.

This analysis delves into the top attacks across industries, types, and regions, offering insights into how to detect and combat these threats. Deepen your understanding of:

• The contemporary attack landscape and the rise of intelligent bots
• How generative AI (GenAI) and CaaS (Cybercrime-as-a-Service) are driving a surge in attacks
• Intelligence and benchmarks by industry, region, and attack type