What best describes a program where individuals can receive recognition and compensation for reporting bugs, especially those pertaining to security vulnerabilities and exploits?
A bug bounty program is a deal offered by many websites, organizations and software developers by which individuals can receive recognition and compensation for reporting bugs, especially those pertaining to security vulnerabilities and exploits. It represents an essential component for organizations looking to bolster their security posture by leveraging the skills of external security researchers. Bug bounty programs are distinct from crowd-sourced security testing and vulnerability disclosure policies, which may not offer financial rewards.
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What is the difference between a bug bounty program and a vulnerability disclosure policy?
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How are bug bounty programs different from crowd-sourced security testing?