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Teen researcher earns record bug bounty for a flaw in a game console's store
Her write-up is a model of clear disclosure.
A 17-year-old researcher received $120,000 for a bug that allowed free purchases on the Orbit console store. The company fixed it in 48 hours and credited her publicly.
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Call to ActionPoint a curious teenager at bug bounties
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Many programs accept minors with guardian consent, and good reports are a portfolio.
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