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# Akamai Security Research

## ⚠️ ACADEMIC RESEARCH USE ONLY

**📋 [Complete Legal Disclaimer & Terms of Use →](DISCLAIMER.md)**

This repository is designed for **academic research and authorized security analysis** of bot detection mechanisms in controlled environments that comply with all applicable laws and institutional ethics guidelines.

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## Research Overview

This repository contains educational materials for **security researchers** studying bot detection systems and fingerprinting methodologies in **authorized testing environments**. The research focuses on understanding Akamai Bot Manager mechanisms for academic and security education purposes.

## Educational Components

### Analysis Tools

1. **akamai-bm.js** - Deobfuscated Akamai Bot Manager code for educational analysis
2. **Playwright integration** - Educational framework for browser automation research
3. **Fingerprinting analysis** - Academic study of detection mechanisms

### Research Applications

- **Bot detection studies** for understanding anti-automation techniques
- **Fingerprinting methodology research** for security education
- **Browser automation analysis** for academic purposes
- **TLS fingerprinting studies** for educational frameworks
- **Security mechanism analysis** for research institutions

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## Technical Documentation

### Research Methodology

The repository demonstrates educational approaches to:

- Static analysis of bot detection mechanisms
- Understanding fingerprinting collection techniques
- Browser automation in controlled research environments
- Educational analysis of anti-bot systems
- Academic study of web security implementations

### Dependencies & Tools

- **playwright** - Browser automation for authorized testing
- **prettier** - Code formatting for research documentation

### Installation for Research

```bash
# For educational analysis only in authorized environments
npm install
# Follow institutional guidelines for research setup
```

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## Academic Applications

This research framework is valuable for:

- **Security education** - Understanding bot detection and prevention mechanisms
- **Web security research** - Analyzing fingerprinting and detection techniques
- **Browser automation studies** - Educational browser automation methodologies
- **Defensive programming education** - Teaching anti-automation concepts
- **Cybersecurity curriculum** - Educational materials for academic institutions

## Important Usage Guidelines

⚠️ **This repository is strictly for academic research and authorized security analysis**

### Requirements

- Only use in **controlled testing environments**
- Ensure **proper institutional approval** before conducting research
- Comply with all applicable **laws and regulations**
- Respect **terms of service** of all systems
- Follow **ethical research guidelines**
- Obtain **explicit authorization** for any testing activities

### Research Notes

- TLS fingerprinting detection requires careful consideration in research design
- Browser-based approaches are recommended for authentic research environments
- Educational analysis should focus on understanding defensive mechanisms

## Compliance Notice

**By using this repository, you acknowledge compliance with the [complete disclaimer](DISCLAIMER.md) and accept full responsibility for lawful use.**

All research materials are intended for **educational and authorized testing purposes only** in compliance with applicable laws and institutional guidelines.