A bot swarm refers to a coordinated group of automated programs, or bots, that work together to achieve a specific goal, often malicious in nature. These bots can be controlled by a single attacker or a group and are typically used to amplify influence, spread misinformation, or overwhelm systems with traffic in cyberattacks such as Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS). Bot swarms are highly effective because they can operate at scale, making detection and mitigation challenging. They are commonly used on social media platforms to manipulate public opinion, artificially inflate engagement metrics, or distribute spam and phishing links. Defending against bot swarms requires advanced detection techniques and robust cybersecurity measures.