Restructuring GitHub's bug bounty program

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Author: soheilpro

Date: 7/23/2026

Article Summary:

GitHub announces changes to its bug bounty program, including a permanent VIP program for high-quality researchers, a restructured public bounty table, and a HackerOne signal requirement to reduce low-effort and AI-generated reports.