Bug Bounty Hunting: Essential Techniques for Ethical Hackers

Bug bounty hunting is a critical aspect of cybersecurity, where ethical hackers identify vulnerabilities in systems and report them for rewards. Below are key techniques and tools to excel in bug bounty programs.

You Should Know:

1. Reconnaissance & Information Gathering

Before attacking, gather as much information as possible:

• Subdomain Enumeration: Use tools like sublist3r, amass, and findomain.

  sublist3r -d example.com 
  amass enum -d example.com 
  

• DNS Lookup: Use `dig` or nslookup.

  dig example.com ANY 
  nslookup -type=any example.com 
  

2. Vulnerability Scanning

Automate vulnerability detection with:

• Nmap: Scan open ports and services.

  nmap -sV -A -T4 target.com 
  

• Nikto: Web server scanner.

  nikto -h https://target.com 
  

3. Exploiting Common Web Vulnerabilities

• SQL Injection: Use sqlmap.

  sqlmap -u "http://target.com/page?id=1" --dbs 
  

• XSS (Cross-Site Scripting): Test manually or with XSStrike.

  python3 xsstrike.py -u "http://target.com/search?q=test" 
  

4. Reporting & Earning Rewards

• Submit detailed reports via platforms like:
• HackerOne
• Bugcrowd

What Undercode Say:

Bug bounty hunting requires persistence, deep technical knowledge, and ethical responsibility. Always follow legal guidelines and disclose vulnerabilities responsibly. Mastering tools like Burp Suite, Metasploit, and `OWASP ZAP` will enhance your efficiency.

Expected Output:

A well-documented bug report with:

• Vulnerability details
• Proof of Concept (PoC)
• Suggested remediation
• Impact assessment

Happy Hunting! 🚀

References:

Reported By: Basavanagoud S – Hackers Feeds
Extra Hub: Undercode MoN
Basic Verification: Pass ✅

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