A website security system has denied access to users, implementing automated bot detection measures that require human verification before allowing entry to the requested page. The security protocol activates when the system identifies potentially suspicious or automated traffic patterns that may indicate non-human visitors attempting to access the site.
The security system, powered by PerimeterX technology, displays a verification screen that requires users to complete a "Press & Hold" challenge to confirm their human identity. This interactive security measure is designed to distinguish between legitimate human users and automated bots that may be attempting to scrape content or perform malicious activities on the website.
When users encounter the blocked access page, they are presented with a clean, professional interface featuring the message "Before we continue..." followed by instructions to "Press & Hold to confirm you are a human (and not a bot)." The system generates a unique reference ID for each blocked session, in this case "b83ffb9c-c847-11f0-8ea5-46acbfa55511," which can be used for troubleshooting purposes.
The security system also provides helpful guidance for users who continue to experience access issues, suggesting they check their network connection or disable any ad-blocking software that might interfere with the verification process. This type of security measure has become increasingly common as websites seek to protect themselves from automated attacks, data scraping, and other forms of malicious bot activity that can impact site performance and security.
