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Stands for Common Vulnerability Scoring System. Owned by a US-based non-profit organization, the Forum of Incident Response and Security Teams (FIRST). The purpose is to help response teams quickly and easily calculate the severity of cybersecurity vulnerabilities based on metrics. Latest version: (

Adobe empowers everyone to create through industry-leading platforms and tools that unleash creativity, productivity, and personalized customer experiences. Starting September 1, 2026, Intigriti will be the new home of the Adobe Bug Bounty Program. As AI reshapes how organizations build and ship pro

RAG systems expand the application’s trust boundary by adding external, mutable content to the model context. If a threat actor can influence what gets indexed and retrieved, they can influence what the model says or does. In simple QA systems, that may mean misinformation or unsafe recommendations.

The lethal trifecta matters more now than ever because AI tools can read your data, absorb instructions, and act on your behalf. That means a poisoned email, webpage, or document could trick your AI into leaking information or taking actions you never approved. The more AI becomes your assistant, th

Cristian Zot, known by most in the industry as CristiVlad25, is an active security researcher, experienced pentester, and an Intigriti Hacker Ambassador. He is a prominent figure in the ethical hacking community and frequently collaborates with Intigriti through platform meetups, podcast appearances

The intersection of AI and cybersecurity is reshaping how we find, fix, and think about vulnerabilities. Yet for all the headlines, few conversations cut through the noise to ask what AI means for those on the ground: the hunters, the security engineers, and the organizations trying to secure their

We are delighted to share that Intigriti has won Best Security Company (under 250 employees), at this year’s SC Awards Europe. For over 25 years, the SC Awards Europe have defined what excellence looks like in cybersecurity, recognizing the organizations, technologies, and leaders shaping the future

Based in the Netherlands, Stefan Goossens, otherwise known as G0053, is both an independent security researcher and a partner for a marketing and web development company. As someone who loves nothing more than building and breaking web applications, Stefan is perfectly placed at the intersection of

With the deadline passing for NIS2 compliance, many companies have shifted focus from becoming prepared to proving compliance. This post outlines the top 10 tasks for doing so and provides insights on how crowdsourced security platforms can assist in designing programs relevant to their circumstance

As part of our recent AI blog series, and in addition to content on ‘How AI is leveraged to enhance the Intigriti platform’, we have provided multiple insights from the Intigriti team on the development and future of AI, how it impacts programs, and the Bug Bounty community. So far, we have explored

Ethical hacking, often via Bug Bounty Programs or VDPs, operates within defined frameworks. These include a community Code of Conduct (CoC), setting program Rules of Engagement (RoE), and clarifying platform Terms of Service (ToS). Companies that invest in proactive security need to understand what

Best known as the creator of Burp Suite, the industry-standard toolkit for manual web application security testing, PortSwigger is a UK-based cybersecurity company on a mission to help the world secure the web. Today, their tools are trusted by over 20,000 organizations worldwide to detect and preve

What the Intigriti Ambassador Program is and how it works. What are the key benefits and rewards of participation? Who should apply and why it matters. How to apply and next steps. The global hacking community has never been more important. From students discovering their first bug to seasoned hacke

Security is built by people. At Intigriti, we don’t just help organizations stay secure; we shine a light on the ethical hackers making a difference. Through our Hacker Spotlight series, we celebrate the talent, curiosity, and impact of the community driving safer digital experiences worldwide. We r

What chaining is and how combining lower-severity issues can create a high-impact security risk. Key chaining techniques and terminology, such as pivoting, lateral movement, and privilege escalation. How chaining is identified and prioritized in practice, including the role of PTaaS and how research

Bug bounty programs have evolved from a niche security tactic into a core component of modern defense strategies worldwide. In this blog, we focus on the US: one of the most invested and fastest-adopting markets, where organizations, driven by higher security maturity, are increasingly using bug bou

Practical, bite-sized bug bounty tips and techniques you can apply immediately, whether you’re just starting or sharpening your skills. Proven approaches for finding, prioritizing, and validating vulnerabilities more efficiently in real-world programs. An eye on what to look out for to stay consiste

How 2025 became a defining year for Intigriti through key milestones, major wins, and bold product launches. Insights from Intigriti’s C-suite on the moments that shaped the company’s growth and direction. How these reflections set the foundation for Intigriti’s vision and priorities for 2026. “I’m

How the React2Shell (CVE-2025-55182) vulnerability works and why it enables remote code execution in React Server Components. Which React applications are vulnerable, and how to assess whether your stack is affected. How to reduce risk and respond effectively, including patching guidance and the rol

How AI improves the Intigriti platform: Learn how AI is used to speed up vulnerability triage, detect duplicates, and improve report quality. How AI is implemented responsibly: Understand how Intigriti combines AI models with human oversight to ensure accuracy and security. What this means for users