AI-driven automation is reshaping online activity, with bots now accounting for over half of all internet traffic, and 40% identified as malicious.
This shift blurs the line between legitimate and harmful actions, making intent the new security challenge.
The Thales Bad Bot Report reveals a staggering 12.5-fold increase in AI-driven bot attacks in 2025 compared to the previous year.
AI agents are emerging as a distinct category of internet traffic, further complicating the ability to discern between good and bad bots.
As bots increasingly outnumber humans online, they represented over 53% of web traffic in 2025, up from 51% the previous year.
This trend indicates a structural shift where bots operate continuously, rather than just during specific attacks.
APIs and identity systems have become primary targets for these automated attacks.
Approximately 27% of bot attacks now focus on APIs, allowing attackers to exploit backend systems at machine speed while appearing legitimate.
The growing presence of AI-driven activity creates a visibility gap, leaving organizations with an incomplete understanding of their security landscape.
As bots evolve into active participants in digital systems, managing automation effectively is crucial for maintaining security and trust.
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