Apple Ups the Ante: Cashing in on Cybersecurity with Record $5M Bounties!
Apple’s bug bounty program now offers up to $5 million for ethical hackers cracking complex exploit chains. It’s like hitting the jackpot, but with computers instead of slot machines. In a world where commercial spyware is on the rise, Apple is upping the ante, challenging hackers to beat the pros and cash in big-time.
Hot Take:
Apple’s throwing money at hackers like it’s a digital piñata, hoping that ethical hackers grab cash and not just candy. With the stakes now soaring over $5 million, it seems Apple isn’t just doubling down on security—they’re all-in. The message is clear: Hack into our systems (ethically, please), and you might just be able to afford that tech start-up you’ve always dreamed of!
Key Points:
- Apple has doubled its top ethical hacking reward to $2 million, with potential bonuses reaching over $5 million.
- The company is targeting exploit chains akin to sophisticated mercenary spyware attacks.
- Rewards for other vulnerabilities, like Gatekeeper bypass and unauthorized iCloud access, also see significant increases.
- Apple’s bug bounty program has paid $35 million to more than 800 researchers since 2020.
- The latest bounty boost is a response to the rising threat of commercial spyware activities.
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