Microsoft pays record $17 million in bounties over the last 12 months

Microsoft pays record  million in bounties over the last 12 months

Microsoft awarded a record $17 million in bug bounties to over 340 security researchers worldwide, resolving more than 1,000 vulnerabilities across its products. The company has expanded its bug bounty programs to include AI-related vulnerabilities and increased rewards for critical flaws, highlighting its commitment to cybersecurity. #MicrosoftBugBounty #AI vulnerabilities

Keypoints

  • Microsoft paid a total of $17 million to security researchers in the current bug bounty cycle.
  • Over 1,400 vulnerability reports were submitted, covering various Microsoft platforms.
  • The company has expanded its bounty programs to include AI-related vulnerabilities and new attack scenarios.
  • Higher payouts have been introduced for critical vulnerabilities, including up to $5 million at the Zero Day Quest event.
  • The bug bounty program emphasizes protecting high-impact areas like AI, Azure, Windows, and Defender products.

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