Bug Bounty Programs
What problem does it target?
Bug bounty programs address the challenge of identifying and remediating security vulnerabilities by incentivizing external security researchers to responsibly disclose issues.
What does this solution do?
Bug bounty platforms:
- Enable organizations to crowdsource vulnerability discovery
- Offer monetary or recognition-based rewards for valid findings
- Provide a managed process for vulnerability submission and triage
- Integrate with internal security and development workflows
Who is this for?
- Organizations seeking to supplement internal security testing
- Enterprises with mature security programs
- Companies with public-facing applications or assets
Who might not benefit from this?
- Small businesses with limited resources to triage and remediate findings
- Organizations not ready to handle public vulnerability disclosure
Pitfalls and remedies
| Pitfall | Remedy |
|---|---|
| Overwhelming volume of low-quality reports | Set clear scope and reward criteria |
| Delayed response to valid findings | Establish dedicated triage and response teams |
| Disclosure of sensitive information | Use managed platforms and clear communication policies |
Sample products
- HackerOne
- Bugcrowd
- Synack
- Intigriti
- YesWeHack