Microsoft is hosting the Zero Day Quest hacking competition in spring 2026, offering up to $5 million in rewards for security research. The event aims to bring together top security researchers to collaborate with Microsoft and improve cloud and AI security through vulnerability disclosures. #ZeroDayQuest #MicrosoftSecurityResponseCenter
Keypoints
- Microsoft’s Zero Day Quest 2026 will be a live hacking event for top security researchers.
- The competition accepts vulnerability submissions in Microsoft Azure, Copilot, Dynamics 365, Power Platform, Identity, and M365.
- Participants can earn up to $5 million in rewards, with increased bonuses for critical vulnerabilities.
- Selected researchers will join an exclusive event at Microsoft’s Redmond campus in spring 2026.
- Microsoft provides training from its security teams and emphasizes responsible disclosure through CVE sharing.
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