Why Bug Bounty Is Just for You :)

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Since my last article, Why I Quit Bug Bounty Hunting, I’ve received many messages asking, “Does quitting mean bug bounty isn’t worth it?” Let me make this very clear: my decision to step away was personal. I respect the bug bounty community and the amazing work they do…..

In fact, if you’re wondering whether bug bounty hunting is for you, let me share why it could be a great career path. Here are five reasons why bug bounty might just be your thing!

Bug bounty hunting is like a treasure hunt, but for vulnerabilities in systems. If you enjoy solving puzzles or riddles, you’ll probably love the process of testing applications, thinking outside the box, and uncovering security flaws.

For example, imagine you’re tasked with figuring out how to bypass a locked door, but instead of keys, you’re using tools like Burp Suite or your creativity. Every solved bug is like cracking a tough code — it’s incredibly satisfying!

Do you always wonder “What happens if I click here?” or “What if I add this weird input in the URL?” Bug…