Crowdsource monthly recap – August 2017 breaks new records

Detectify's Crowdsource initiative integrates the expertise of over 100 top ethical hackers to bolster security by identifying and reporting vulnerabilities, achieving a record-breaking month in August with over 1,500 unique submissions. The most significant finding was a URL path traversal vulnerability involving url-encoded slashes, which, though not critical alone, can lead to severe breaches when combined with other issues. August also highlighted numerous vulnerabilities in Flash, underscoring its obsolescence and the importance of monitoring outdated technologies like Flash, Java, and Silverlight. Notably, hacker Evgeny Morozov was recognized for discovering a DNS spoofing vulnerability, earning him a spot in the Hall of Fame. Detectify plans to enhance its platform by expanding its bug bounty program and is inviting skilled hackers worldwide to join and contribute to making the internet more secure, offering rewards as an incentive for their participation.