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Vulnerability Hunters: How Security Flaws Are Found and Weaponized (Understanding Vulnerability Discovery and Exploitation)


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In this episode of Secure by Design, we dive deep into the shadowy world of vulnerability discovery and exploitation. From zero-days to n-days, bug bounty programs to advanced persistent threats, we unpack how security researchers, red teamers, and adversaries find flaws in software—and how those flaws are weaponized.

You’ll learn:

  • The lifecycle of a vulnerability—from discovery to public disclosure or underground sale.

    Techniques used to uncover bugs (fuzzing, reverse engineering, source code review, etc.

    Real-world stories of critical CVEs and how they were exploited

    The difference between ethical disclosure and weaponization

    How organizations can detect, respond to, and stay ahead of exploitation attempts


  • Whether you're a security professional, developer, or tech enthusiast, this episode offers a front-row seat to the high-stakes hunt for vulnerabilities that shape our digital security landscape.

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