Syntax - Tasty Web Development Treats Hasty Treat - Forms, Captchas, Honeypots, Dealing With Malicious Users and the Sad State of Contact Forms
Jul 6, 2020
Dive into the nitty-gritty of web forms as the hosts tackle the ever-present threat of bots and malicious users. Discover creative solutions like honeypots and IP throttling to safeguard your forms. They also dissect the nuanced world of CAPTCHAs, from soft quizzes to the infamous Google algorithms. With insights on balancing security and user experience, this discussion offers a treasure trove of knowledge for keeping those contact forms safe and functional!
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Order Form Issues
- Wes was building a Gatsby course with an order form that sends emails.
- He realized he couldn't release it without addressing bot and malicious user issues.
Honeypot Technique
- Use honeypots: hidden or dummy fields that bots will fill, but real users won't.
- Ensure accessibility and don't disrupt autofill functionality.
Honeypot Effectiveness
- Scott found honeypots ineffective in 2020, as sophisticated spammers bypass them.
- Wes notes that most spam is from automated bots, not targeted attacks, and honeypots deter these.