Bug Bounty from Scratch  (English, Paperback, Santiago Francisco Javier)

Embark on your bug bounty journey with essential knowledge and practical skills and contribute to a safer digital landscapeKey FeaturesGet started with preparing to participate in a bug bounty programDiscover your first bug and claim your reward upon successful detectionGo through core security concepts alongside advanced techniques for vulnerability identificationBook DescriptionBug bounty programs are crucial for enhancing cybersecurity by incentivizing ethical hackers to uncover vulnerabilities. This book serves as a comprehensive guide, equipping you with essential knowledge and practical skills to excel in bug bounty programs, ultimately contributing to a safer digital ecosystem.The book begins with an introduction to the bug bounty world, followed by preparation techniques for participation, including vulnerability discovery methods, tools, and resources, along with offering tips and best practices to optimize rewards. This book also aims to cover fundamental aspects such as program structure, key tools, methodologies, and common vulnerabilities, drawing insights from community hackers' public reports. As you progress, you will discover that ethical hacking can be legally learned through Bug Bounty programs, gaining practical knowledge of offensive security and Bug Bounty platform operations.By the end of this book, you will confidently navigate Bug Bounty programs, effectively find security vulnerabilities, craft reports, and reap rewards.What you will learnBest practices for participating in bug bounty programs and how rewards worksGet to know the key steps in security testing such as Information gatheringUsing the right tools and resources is crucial for effective bug bounty participationLearn strategies for ongoing skill development and ethical bug huntingChoosing the right bug bounty program requires careful evaluationUnderstanding basic security concepts and techniques for effective bug huntingUncovering complex vulnerabilities with advanced techniques like privilege escalationWho this book is forThis book is aimed at anyone interested in learning about Bug Bounties, from cybersecurity and ethical hacking enthusiasts to students and pentesters. Developers could also benefit from this book looking forward to improving their understanding of security through offensive techniques.