
Episode 67: VDPs & Accidental Program VS Hacker Debate Part 2
Critical Thinking - Bug Bounty Podcast
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Bug Bounty Programs: Valuing Research and Managing Costs
The chapter explores the ethical responsibility of researchers in reporting vulnerabilities and the importance of adequately compensating them. Discussions involve the challenge of justifying security costs to leadership, managing budgets effectively, and finding a balance between paying researchers fairly and financial constraints. The financial aspects of bug bounty programs, budget allocation strategies, the impact of cyber insurance, and the comparison with traditional staffing are also covered in the chapter.
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