TechTalks ep 2 BUG BOUNTY 101

December 15, 2023 — #Bug Bounty #Security #Penetration Testing #Cybersecurity

IISER Bhopal - Computing and Networking Council

I gave my first talk at TechTalks organized by Computing and Networking Council, IISER Bhopal. This session covered the fundamentals of bug bounty hunting, including:

Topics Covered

Introduction to Bug Bounty Programs
Common Vulnerability Types (OWASP Top 10)
Reconnaissance Techniques
Manual and Automated Testing Approaches
Report Writing Best Practices
Getting Started in Bug Bounty

Key Takeaways

Understanding the bug bounty ecosystem
Essential tools and methodologies
Building a systematic approach to vulnerability research
Tips for writing effective vulnerability reports

The talk was well-received by the audience, with many students showing interest in starting their journey in cybersecurity and bug bounty hunting.