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Pernish Shukla, an application security expert, recently earned a $20,000 bounty on HackerOne, showcasing the lucrative potential of ethical hacking. Bug bounty programs reward security researchers for discovering and responsibly disclosing vulnerabilities in software, websites, and applications.
You Should Know: Essential Bug Bounty Tools & Commands
To succeed in bug bounty hunting, you need the right tools and techniques. Below are key commands and steps to help you get started:
1. Reconnaissance & Subdomain Enumeration
- Subfinder: Fast subdomain discovery tool
subfinder -d target.com -o subdomains.txt
- Amass: In-depth network mapping
amass enum -d target.com -active -o amass_results.txt
2. Vulnerability Scanning
- Nmap: Port scanning
nmap -sV -T4 -p- -A target.com -oN scan_results.txt
- Nikto: Web server scanner
nikto -h https://target.com -output nikto_scan.txt
3. Exploiting Common Web Vulnerabilities
- SQL Injection Testing with SQLmap
sqlmap -u "https://target.com/login?id=1" --dbs --batch
- XSS Testing with XSS Hunter
python3 xsstrike.py -u "https://target.com/search?q=<script>"
4. Reporting & Submission
- Always follow HackerOne’s disclosure guidelines.
- Use Markdown templates for clear reports:
Vulnerability: SQL Injection Target: https://target.com/login Steps to Reproduce: </li> </ul> <ol> <li>Enter `admin'--` in the username field. </li> <li>Bypass authentication. Impact: Full database access.
What Undercode Say
Bug bounty hunting is a high-reward career but requires persistence. Key takeaways:
– Automate recon with tools like Amass, Subfinder, and Waybackurls.
– Master OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities (SQLi, XSS, SSRF, etc.).
– Practice on platforms like:
– HackerOne
– Bugcrowd
– TryHackMe
Expected Output:
A well-documented bug report with clear steps, impact analysis, and PoC (Proof of Concept) leads to higher rewards.
Prediction
With AI-driven penetration testing rising, bug bounty hunters who combine manual skills with automation will dominate the field. Expect more API and cloud-based vulnerabilities in future programs.
( optimized for cybersecurity professionals, bug hunters, and IT enthusiasts.)
References:
Reported By: Pernishshukla Bugbounty – Hackers Feeds
Extra Hub: Undercode MoN
Basic Verification: Pass ✅
