Automated traffic overtakes human activity for the first time

The rise of accessible AI tools has lowered barriers for cyber attackers, enabling large-scale malicious bot deployment. In 2024, automated traffic surpassed human activity for the first time in a decade, making up 51% of web traffic, with bad bots accounting for 37%—up from 32% in 2023.

AI-powered automation is transforming the threat landscape, driving more sophisticated bot attacks. Key findings include:

· Weaponization of AI to create evasive bad bots at scale
· 44% of advanced bot traffic now targeting APIs
· Increased account takeovers and advanced credential stuffing

Read the full report for insights on protecting against evolving automated threats.