Journal Entry (Module 11) CYSE 201S

https://academic.oup.com/cybersecurity/article/7/1/tyab007/61684
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^ Bug Bounty Policy Study.

This article investigates the effectiveness of bug bounties, programs that reward freelance security researchers for finding and reporting vulnerabilities in a company’s software. Proponents argue bug bounties are a cost-efficient way to boost cybersecurity.

The research supports the claim that bug bounties are a cost-effective way to improve security. Even if a company can’t offer high rewards, researchers are motivated by non-financial factors and will still contribute. Bug bounties seem like a promising approach to improve security without breaking the bank.