Syntax - Tasty Web Development Treats 831: Preventing Spam and Fraud
Oct 7, 2024
Explore the intricacies of preventing spam and fraud in web applications. Discover the effectiveness of various strategies like CAPTCHA, rate limiting, and shadow banning. Learn about the challenges in managing disposable email addresses and how identity verification can bolster online security. The discussion also delves into alternative methods to enhance user experience while maintaining robust protection against malicious activities.
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Listener's Spam Experience
- James, a listener, shared his experience with spam after launching a survey app.
- He was surprised by responses from outside his target demographic, highlighting spam's pervasiveness.
Credit Card Testing
- Scott Talinski encountered credit card testing spam on his business's website.
- He found 100 fraudulent charges, prompting him to use CAPTCHA as a solution.
Shadow Banning
- Use shadow banning to obscure spammers' actions without alerting them.
- Implement different user experiences to deter spammers and protect genuine users.