Summary

In this chapter, you have acquired many competencies, including an understanding of how bug bounty programs can help improve IT security and reduce cybersecurity risks. You also have the ability to identify the different types of bug bounty programs and how they fit the needs of companies and organizations. Furthermore, you now know the best practices for participating in bug bounty programs and how to report vulnerabilities. Finally, you have understood how bounties work and how they can vary depending on the type of bug bounty program.

In the next chapter, you will learn how to prepare yourself to participate in a bug bounty program by acquiring various skills, such as understanding the rules of the programs and getting to know the ins and outs of the companies and their systems. You will acquire technical skills, be able to select the right tools at the right time, and last but not least, maintain ethics and integrity.