Introduction
Are you a cybersecurity enthusiast or a bug hunter? If so, Microsoft and Bing have something that might pique your interest. With rewards ranging from $2,000 to $15,000, their bounty programs are not just lucrative but also a step towards making the internet a safer place.
What is a Bounty Program?
Understanding the Basics of Bounty Programs
A bounty program is an initiative by tech companies to discover vulnerabilities in their software before malicious hackers do. Participants, often referred to as "ethical hackers," are rewarded for their findings.
How to Get Started with Microsoft and Bing's Bounty Programs
Creating a Test Account and Following the Rules of Engagement
To get started, you'll need to create a test account and test tenants for security testing and probing. Make sure to follow Microsoft's Research Rules of Engagement to avoid harming customer data, privacy, and service availability. If you're in doubt, you can contact Microsoft at [email protected].
Accessing the AI-Powered Bing Experience
You can access the AI-powered Bing experience here. Once you've identified a vulnerability, submit it through the MSRC Researcher Portal, and select "Bing" in the "Products" section of the vulnerability submission.
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Microsoft's AI Bounty Program
How Microsoft's AI Bounty Program Works
Microsoft's AI Bounty Program focuses on identifying vulnerabilities in AI models and services. The program is open to the public and offers substantial rewards for various types of vulnerabilities.
Bing's Bounty Program
Bing's Bounty Program: More Than Just Search
Bing, Microsoft's search engine, also has its own bug bounty program. Unlike Microsoft's AI-focused program, Bing's initiative covers a broader range of software vulnerabilities, including those in its search algorithms.
The $15,000 Reward
How to Earn Up to $15,000 in Microsoft and Bing's Bounty Programs
Both Microsoft and Bing offer rewards of up to $15,000 depending on the severity of the bug discovered. The process is straightforward: find a bug, report it, and get rewarded.
Why Participate?
The Benefits of Participating in Bounty Programs
Apart from the financial rewards, participating in these programs helps improve cybersecurity, offers networking opportunities, and can even open doors for a career in cybersecurity.
Conclusion
Microsoft and Bing's bounty programs offer an excellent opportunity for cybersecurity enthusiasts to contribute to internet safety while earning substantial rewards. So why wait? Get started today and you could be the next recipient of a $15,000 bounty!
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