CAPTCHAs Are Becoming Security Theater
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This article discusses how CAPTCHAs, those annoying tests designed to separate humans from bots on the internet, are becoming less effective in deterring spam and more of a security theater. While CAPTCHAs were initially created to prevent automated bots from accessing websites, spammers have found ways to bypass them using advanced techniques. The article argues that CAPTCHAs not only frustrate users, but they are also ineffective in fulfilling their intended purpose. It delves into the various methods spammers use to bypass CAPTCHAs, such as outsourcing to human solvers or using algorithmic methods to crack them. The article concludes by suggesting that alternative methods of authentication and security should be explored to replace CAPTCHAs.