GitHub will start paying some bug bounty hunters in swag instead of cash

GitHub announced it will start paying some bug bounty hunters with swag instead of cash. This change affects how independent security researchers are rewarded for finding vulnerabilities. The shift may impact the motivation and participation in GitHub's bug bounty program.

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Changes in bug bounty rewards can influence cybersecurity efforts on major platforms.

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Microsoft (MSFT)

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GitHub may reduce costs but risk lower engagement from top security researchers.

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Companies should evaluate the trade-offs before altering bug bounty compensation methods.

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