Hack for Fun and Profit

Welcome again to the Hack for Fun and Profit podcast, where we explore topics related to cyber security and bug bounty hunting. Last time, I showed you the best resources I use to stay up to date in bug bounty hunting. Today, I will share with you my bug bounty methodology when I approach a target for the first time. This is going to be divided into several sections. First, I will show how I choose a bug bounty program. Then, I will dive into how I enumerate the assets. From there, I will explain how I pick a web application and how I test it. Finally, I will evaluate this bug bounty methodology by enumerating its pros and cons so that you know exactly what to expect from it. There are plenty of bug bounty tips and tricks along the way, so make sure to stick around until the end.

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In this episode, we will  explore the best bug bounty resources and how you can properly use them  to efficiently stay up to date. Some are robust resources provided by  the bug bounty platforms and the community. Others are general websites  which you can customize to fit your bug bounty needs. It’s easy to get  lost in the huge amount of information. That’s why it’s important to be  strategic in your choices. The idea is to maximize your return on the  time you invest.

Hello ethical hackers, today we explore what causes burnout and suggest ways to heal  from it and preserve your mental health while still doing what you’re  passionate about: Hacking!

If you'd like to visit the references mentioned in this episode, head to our blog post at https://thehackerish.com/bug-bounty-burnout-and-your-mental-health/

Imagine a world where companies come to you and ask you to hack them. In return, they will pay you whenever you find a unique vulnerability. And the best part, you don’t have to leave your home!

It sounds unrealistic right? Well, let me tell you that it’s now a real job, not a fantasy anymore with the rise of bug bounty hunting!

In this episode, we will explore the history of the bug bounty career, understand its ecosystem, analyze its benefits and talk about some of its drawbacks. 

This is an introduction of the Hack for Fun and Profit Podcast.