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Application & OT Security · Intermediate

Crowdsourced Security Testing

Engaging many independent researchers through a managed platform to find vulnerabilities, via bug bounties or private vulnerability programs.

Definition

Crowdsourcing offers diverse skills and continuous coverage, with rewards usually paid per valid finding. Programs need clear scope, safe harbor terms, triage capacity and remediation SLAs.

Example

A company runs a private program with 50 vetted researchers before opening it publicly.

Exam tip

Start private, then public; triage capacity is a common failure point.

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