Bug Bounty & CTF Writeups
What is Bug Bounty in 2026 and How Can You Earn with Real-World Hacking Skills?
Bug bounty in 2026 is a legitimate career path for ethical hackers as well as a side hustle. With cybersecurity threats increasing, companies are offering generous payouts on platforms like HackerOne, Bugcrowd, and Sy...
How to Automate Recon and Detect Subdomain Takeovers with Amass, Subfinder and Nuclei
Subdomain takeovers are a high-severity issue in bug bounty and security assessments. By automating reconnaissance using tools like Amass, Subfinder, and Nuclei, security researchers can systematically uncover abandon...
2FA Bypass Through OAuth Misconfiguration: Patterns and Fixes
A real-world example of bypassing 2FA due to OAuth misconfiguration involves attackers exploiting improper validation of redirect URIs or token reuse flaws in third-party OAuth integrations. By abusing Single Sign-On ...
How does CSRF lead to Account Takeover? Real-world example and exploit chain explained
Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) can escalate into a serious security threat when chained with poor token validation, weak session handling, or misconfigured endpoints. In this detailed guide, we break down a real-wo...
Broken Access Control Explained: How IDOR Bugs Are Found and Fixed
This detailed blog explores a real-world exploitation of Broken Access Control vulnerability reported on HackerOne that resulted in a $5000 bounty. It dives deep into how the researcher discovered insecure privilege e...
What Does a Bug Bounty Report for an IDOR in a Banking Application Look Like?
This detailed blog explains a real-world bug bounty case where the author found an Insecure Direct Object Reference (IDOR) vulnerability in a banking app. It includes a full walkthrough of how endpoint manipulation, t...
What Is Kali GPT? What It Is, What It Is Not, and How Testers Use AI Safely
Kali GPT is a powerful integration of AI and cybersecurity that transforms penetration testing on Kali Linux. Built on a customized GPT‑4 model, it helps ethical hackers and red teams automate reconnaissance, vulnerab...
Why Is Capture the Flag (CTF) Important in Cyber Security? Skills, Categories and How to Start
Discover why Capture the Flag (CTF) competitions are essential in cybersecurity. Learn how CTFs enhance real-world hacking skills, build teamwork, and prepare you for ethical hacking careers.
How to Find Your First Bug: A Step-by-Step Bug Bounty Guide for Beginners
Discover the inspiring journey of a beginner’s first bug bounty success. This detailed guide covers how to start bug bounty hunting, tools to use, choosing the right program, vulnerability hunting tips, and reporting ...
