Reflections on a Decade in Bug Bounties
Nikhil Shrivastava, Charlie Waterhouse
DEF CON 32 Creator Stage · Day 1 · Creator Stage
This DEF CON 32 talk, "Reflections on a Decade in Bug Bounties," offers a unique dual perspective on the evolving world of vulnerability research and disclosure. Presented by Nikhil Shrivastava, a distinguished bug bounty hunter and Synack Red Team Legend, and Charlie Waterhouse, a veteran triager from Synack's vulnerability operations team, the session delves into the intricate dynamics, challenges, and rewards of a career in bug bounties. The speakers aim to illuminate the path to success for aspiring and current bounty hunters, providing insights from both the offensive (researcher) and defensive (triage) sides of the ecosystem.