Microsoftis among the largest technology companies in the world. Although the company is mostly known for its Windows operating system, it also includes important brands such as Xbox. The company, which attracts the attention of users thanks to its product variety, reaches good sales figures around the world.
Microsoft has a lot of software. Although thousands of engineers work for these software, there are some big mistakes it can happen. These errors can also endanger users’ data. These vulnerabilities are sometimes discovered by outside engineers. Microsoft also wants to encourage this.
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Microsoft takes security vulnerabilities very seriously. As a result of the security vulnerabilities, the data of millions of people have been stolen to date and offered for sale on some platforms. To avoid such incidents, many Microsoft By launching programs such as the company, it pays a certain amount to those who detect security vulnerabilities.
Microsoft has recently Dynamics 365, Power Platform Bounty and M365 Bounty started the programs. People who discover vulnerabilities in these programs $20,000 an award was given. Now it’s up to the people who discovered the famous company vulnerabilities. by 30 percent It plans to give more rewards.
According to the announcement made by the Microsoft Security Response Center (MSRC), from now on, those who discover security vulnerabilities are paid instead of $ 20,000. $26,000 award will be given. In the announcement, the company’s Security Response Center stated:
“Through these new scenario-based awards, we encourage researchers to focus their research on the vulnerabilities that have the greatest potential impact on customer privacy and security.”
In the new statement, it was emphasized that this award could increase in case of detection of larger deficits. Awards currently in the company’s vulnerability program 500 dollars with $26,000 varies between. So, what are your thoughts? Do you think Microsoft’s awards are enough? You can share your views with us in the comments section or on the SDN Forum.