A start-to-finish presentation of how to defend against bot attacks on the web for security newbies and veterans

In The Reign of Botnets: Defending Against Abuses, Bots and Fraud on the Internet, veteran bot and fraud detection expert, David Senecal, delivers an up-to-date and comprehensive discussion of the bot threat landscape and the cutting-edge defense strategies used by the world's leading companies to defend against it. The author uses plain language to lift the veil on bots and fraud, making the topics easy to understand for web security professionals and website owners.

In the book, you'll find powerful insights into the evolution of bot attacks and defense strategies, the motivations of the attackers, how detection methods work, and how to analyze your site's traffic so you can best respond to patterns and incidents that pose a threat to your business. You'll also discover how to strike a balance between the ever-present needs for user privacy and security.

Perfect for web security professionals and website administrators, The Reign of Botnets is ideal for anyone who wants to learn more about security on the web. It's a can't-miss resource for total novices and experienced security practitioners alike.