Meet the Hacker: Goonjeta Malhotra

Goonjeta Malhotra, inspired by her brother, entered the hacking field and found success in bug bounties, emphasizing a methodical approach to identifying vulnerabilities. Her journey began with reporting simple bugs, but after refining her strategies, she achieved a significant $2,000 bounty for an Access Control issue. Malhotra appreciates the role of platforms like Detectify Crowdsource, which reward researchers for discovering unique vulnerabilities, benefiting companies by uncovering otherwise undetected issues. She advocates for more women in cybersecurity, highlighting organizations like the Women’s Society of Cyberjutsu for their supportive initiatives, and aspires to become a role model by achieving $1 million in bounties. Malhotra encourages a focus on learning and collaboration in the community, urging companies to support security researchers to create mutually beneficial relationships.