Company
Date Published
Author
Bugcrowd Researcher Success
Word count
1299
Language
English
Hacker News points
None

Summary

In the bug bounty hunting community, time is a significant factor in participating in bug bounties, especially for those with full-time jobs and family commitments. Top hunters like Brett Buerhaus and Luke Young have found ways to balance their schedules by dedicating a few hours each night to hunting bugs. They emphasize the importance of passion, staying relevant and up-to-date on application security techniques, and making money as incentives. Many researchers view bug bounties as a hobby and a source of discretionary income, allowing them to control the amount of time they commit to it. Due to the first-to-find model, researchers have implemented tactics to minimize the risk of submitting duplicate bugs, such as targeting less popular programs, being creative in their approach, and focusing on critical issues. Successful hunters can earn significant amounts, with some making several hundred thousand dollars a year doing part-time bug bounty work.