Bug Bounty & Responsible Disclosure
Leverage a vetted global security research community to identify exploitable vulnerabilities before attackers do. We design and manage enterprise-grade Bug Bounty and responsible disclosure programs - delivering high-quality, actionable findings while reducing noise and operational overhead, so your teams can focus on remediation.
Why organizations choose Bug Bounty programs Bug Bounty Programs
Thousands of experienced security researchers worldwide actively seek vulnerabilities. Channel their skills to protect your organization rather than leaving discoveries to chance.
Vulnerability disclosure risks organizations face
Managing vulnerability reports from external researchers requires expertise, processes, and dedicated resources most organizations lack.
No intake process
Without a clear channel, researchers report to random emails, social media, or go public. Critical vulnerabilities get lost or mishandled.
Triage overload
Sorting through reports - duplicates, false positives, and valid findings - requires security expertise your team may not have time for.
Researcher relations
Frustrated researchers go public. Managing expectations, communication, and timely responses requires dedicated effort.
Reward complexity
How much is a vulnerability worth? Inconsistent rewards frustrate researchers and can lead to conflicts or public disputes.
Low-quality reports
Many submissions lack detail for reproduction. Engineering teams can't fix what they can't understand or verify.
Remediation tracking
Vulnerabilities get reported but never fixed. Without tracking, issues linger until they're exploited or publicly disclosed.
Legal uncertainty
What if researchers cause damage? What are your obligations? Legal frameworks for VDP can be complex.
Scaling security testing
Annual pentests miss vulnerabilities introduced between assessments. Continuous coverage is expensive with internal resources.
Shadow vulnerabilities
Researchers find vulnerabilities whether you have a program or not. Without VDP, you may never hear about them until it's too late.
Benefits of managed Vulnerability Disclosure Program (VDP)
Our managed VDP and Bug Bounty services give you access to crowdsourced security testing without the operational burden.
Global researcher network
Thousands of skilled researchers worldwide actively looking for vulnerabilities in your systems, around the clock.
Diverse skill sets finding issues internal teams miss
Cost-effective access to global security talent
Expert triage
We validate every report, filter noise, and deliver detailed write-ups your engineering team can act on.
Pentest-quality reports with reproduction steps
Only pay for valid, impactful vulnerabilities
Continuous testing
Unlike point-in-time pentests, bug bounty programs provide ongoing security coverage as your codebase evolves.
Catch vulnerabilities from new deployments and changes
Reduced window of exposure for new vulnerabilities
Pay for results
You only pay bounties for valid vulnerabilities. Failed attempts cost you nothing.
Budget goes to actual security improvements
Predictable costs with ROI on every payment
Compliance support
Demonstrate proactive security measures for NIS2, ISO 27001, SOC 2, and customer security questionnaires.
Evidence of continuous security testing
Meet regulatory and customer expectations
Improved security posture
Systematically find and fix vulnerabilities before attackers exploit them.
Reduced attack surface and technical debt
Lower breach risk and insurance premiums
VDP & Bug Bounty services
From policy creation to full program management, we offer the complete spectrum of vulnerability disclosure services tailored to your organization's needs.
Policy Development
Create a clear, legally-sound vulnerability disclosure policy aligned with ISO 29147.
Intake Channel Setup
Establish secure channels for researchers to submit vulnerability reports.
Process Design
Design triage, validation, and remediation workflows for your organization.
Team Training
Train your security and development teams on VDP operations.
All services follow ISO 29147 (Vulnerability Disclosure) and ISO 30111 (Vulnerability Handling) standards. Start your program →
VDP & Bug Bounty program launch
From policy creation to operational program management, our structured approach ensures your VDP or bug bounty program delivers results from day one.
Discovery & Planning
Understand your organization, assets, risk appetite, and goals to design the right program structure.
Policy & Process design
Create your vulnerability disclosure policy and operational procedures aligned with ISO 29147.
Infrastructure setup
Establish intake channels, triage tools, and integration with your development workflow.
Soft launch
Private launch with invited researchers to test processes and calibrate operations.
Public launch
Open your program to the broader research community with proven processes.
Ongoing management
Continuous program operation, optimization, and maturity advancement.
VDP & Bug Bounty program deliverables
Everything you need to operate a successful vulnerability disclosure or bug bounty program.
VDP policy document
Legally-reviewed vulnerability disclosure policy aligned with ISO 29147.
- Scope definition
- Safe harbor
- Legal terms
- Researcher guidelines
- Contact information
Reward matrix
Clear bounty structure based on vulnerability severity and impact.
- CVSS-based tiers
- Business impact modifiers
- Bonus criteria
- Payment terms
Operational playbooks
Detailed procedures for every aspect of program operation.
- Triage procedures
- Communication templates
- Escalation paths
- Edge case handling
Triaged reports
Validated, prioritized vulnerability reports ready for engineering.
- Reproduction steps
- CVSS scores
- Remediation guidance
- Developer-ready format
Program dashboard
Real-time visibility into program metrics and performance.
- Submission volume
- Triage status
- Fix rates
- Researcher stats
- Trend analysis
Compliance evidence
Documentation for audits and customer security questionnaires.
- Program description
- Metrics reports
- Process documentation
- ISO alignment
Researcher relations
Professional management of researcher communication and satisfaction.
- Acknowledgment tracking
- Response times
- Researcher feedback
- Hall of fame
Vulnerability trends
Analysis of vulnerability patterns to inform security strategy.
- Vulnerability categories
- Root cause analysis
- Hotspot identification
- Recommendations
Monthly reports
Regular updates on program performance for stakeholders.
- Executive summary
- Metrics review
- Key findings
- Recommendations
- Next steps
ROI analysis
Quantified value of vulnerabilities found vs. program costs.
- Cost per vulnerability
- Breach prevention value
- Comparison to alternatives
- Budget optimization
Security.txt & public docs
All public-facing program documentation and security contact info.
- Security.txt file
- Program page content
- Submission guidelines
- FAQ
Program roadmap
Plan for program maturity and evolution over time.
- Maturity stages
- Scope expansion
- Public launch plan
- Long-term vision
Frequently asked questions
A Vulnerability Disclosure Policy (VDP) provides a channel for researchers to report vulnerabilities, typically without monetary rewards. A Bug Bounty program adds financial incentives for valid findings. Most organizations start with VDP and evolve to Bug Bounty as the program matures. We help you choose the right approach for your organization.
Costs include our management fees plus the bounty payouts themselves. Management fees depend on program scope and volume. Bounty payouts are only for valid vulnerabilities. You set the reward structure. Many clients find the cost per vulnerability is lower than equivalent pentest coverage, with better continuous coverage.
That's exactly why you need managed services. We handle initial triage, filter duplicates and false positives, and only deliver validated, actionable reports to your team. Your engineers only see pentest-quality findings with reproduction steps and remediation guidance.
Our reputation, fair treatment of researchers, and prompt payments attract skilled hackers. We also maintain relationships with top researchers and can invite them to your private program. Competitive rewards and interesting scope make programs more attractive.
Proper program design minimizes this risk. We define clear scope and rules of engagement, and our safe harbor language protects both parties. For sensitive systems, we can set up isolated test environments. Our triage process catches concerning behavior early.
Bug Bounty complements pentesting, they're not mutually exclusive. Pentests provide deep, structured assessment at a point in time. Bug Bounty provides continuous coverage from diverse perspectives. Together, they form comprehensive security testing. Many clients do both.
Absolutely! Most programs start private. We invite vetted researchers to test your systems, refine processes, and build confidence before public launch. Some organizations prefer to stay private permanently for sensitive assets. We support both models.
We manage the entire payment process, including tax documentation, currency conversion, and compliance with international payment regulations. Researchers receive timely payment in their preferred method, while you receive consolidated invoicing.
A well-run VDP demonstrates proactive security measures for NIS2, ISO 27001, SOC 2, PCI-DSS, and customer security assessments. We provide documentation and evidence of program operation for audits and questionnaires.
A basic VDP can be operational within 2-3 weeks. A full Bug Bounty program with private launch typically takes 4-6 weeks. Public launch follows after process validation. We can accelerate timelines for urgent needs.
Security researchers & program managers
Our team combines bug hunting expertise with program management experience to deliver results
Harness the power of crowdsourced security.
Thousands of security researchers are already looking for vulnerabilities. Give them a safe way to report findings and leverage their skills to protect your organization.