Bug Bounty Beginner’s Roadmap-02

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Welcome! I’m SHEIKH MOHAMMAD ADIL, a Security Engineer and part-time content creator. This repository is for anyone eager to start their journey into bug bounty hunting. It offers a step-by-step guide to help you build your skills and begin hunting for bugs. The landscape has evolved, with automation increasing and competition rising. Staying consistent and focused will be key to your success.

Note: Bug bounty hunting today is more challenging than ever. What was once easy to spot a year ago may now be harder to find, as automated systems dominate the process and most “low-hanging fruits” are already covered. But if you’re determined, you’ll get better with time.

What is a Bug? A bug is a vulnerability in software or hardware that, when exploited, can negatively affect confidentiality, integrity, or availability.What is Bug Bounty? A bug bounty program is a reward system offered by companies for discovering and reporting bugs in their software. Many companies run these programs to improve their products and get valuable feedback from real users.What is the Reward? Rewards can range from real money (the most common), to subscriptions (Netflix, Prime), discount coupons, or even swags (T-shirts, badges, etc.). Depending on the severity of the issue, rewards can range from $50 to $50,000 and even more.

Shodan — A search engine for discovering connected devicesCensys — Search for servers and devices onlineOnyphe.io — Cyber threat intelligence data searchExploit-DB — Comprehensive exploit databaseMITRE CVE — A catalog of publicly disclosed cybersecurity vulnerabilitiesVulners — Search engine for security intelligence

Title: Write a concise, clear title that explains the vulnerability or issue.Description: Detailed explanation of the bug, including error messages and affected endpoints.

Steps to Reproduce: Clear, actionable steps to replicate the bug.

Proof of Concept: Attach screenshots, videos, or other evidence.Impact: Explain the potential real-world consequences if the bug were exploited.

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New Update: Bug Bounty Platforms now include Synack for private bug bounty programs and advanced security testing.

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