Enhancing Web Security: Implementing CAPTCHA for Government Websites

Abstract

In the digital era, government websites serve as critical platforms for citizens to access essential services, information, and resources. However, with the increasing threat of cyber attacks and data breaches, ensuring the security of these websites is paramount. This research paper explores the implementation of CAPTCHA (Completely Automated Public Turing test to tell Computers and Humans Apart) as a mechanism to enhance web security on government websites. CAPTCHA is a widely adopted security measure designed to distinguish between human users and automated bots, thereby mitigating various forms of cyber threats such as brute force attacks, credential stuffing, and unauthorized access. This paper examines the effectiveness of CAPTCHA in safeguarding government websites, including its impact on user experience, accessibility, and usability. Furthermore, it explores various implementation strategies, best practices, and potential challenges associated with deploying CAPTCHA on government platforms. Through a comprehensive analysis of existing literature, case studies, and empirical data, this paper provides insights into the role of CAPTCHA in bolstering web security for government websites and offers recommendations for policymakers, web developers, and security professionals.