Top Challenges for Crowdsourced Security Programs: Achieving Organizational Buy-in

The benefits of crowdsourced vulnerability discovery programs are significant, with potential annual impact of two full-time resources in under a week and 10x more high-priority vulnerabilities than traditional testing methods. However, implementing such programs can be challenging due to various hurdles, including getting the rest of the organization on board, managing finances, ensuring trust in the crowd, integrating with development teams, and addressing concerns about security and ROI. To overcome these challenges, it's essential to develop a plan of action, achieve organizational alignment, and select a crowdsourced security platform that meets specific needs and requirements.