Security News > 2024 > April > How to optimize your bug bounty programs

In this Help Net Security interview, Roy Davis, Manager - Vulnerability Management & Bug Bounty at Zoom, discusses the role bug bounty programs play in identifying security vulnerabilities and facilitating collaboration with researchers.

Disputes over bug classifications: Bug bounty programs usually have guidelines for classifying the severity of reported vulnerabilities, and determining the reward amount.

Competitive nature of bug bounty programs: Bug bounty programs are often competitive, with numerous hunters searching for vulnerabilities and claiming rewards.

Can you elaborate on the role and importance of bug bounty platforms? How do they facilitate the interaction between bug hunters and organizations?

Bug bounty platforms play a crucial role in facilitating the interaction between bug hunters and organizations by providing a centralized platform for managing bug bounty programs.

On the bug bounty program side, the platforms combine vetted, qualified researchers, interactive communication functionality, and management of back-end bug bounty payment transfers.

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https://www.helpnetsecurity.com/2024/04/22/roy-davis-zoom-bug-bounty-programs/