Authors: Kamil Malinka, Anton Firc, Pavel Loutocký, Jakub Vostoupal, Andrej Krištofík, František Kasl

Published on: April 18, 2024

Impact Score: 7.2

Arxiv code: Arxiv:2404.12043

Summary

• What is new: Integrating a real-world bug bounty programme into the cybersecurity curriculum.
• Why this is important: Shortage of cybersecurity professionals, particularly in Ethical Hacking, due to educational constraints.
• What the research proposes: Proposed integration of real-world bug bounty programs into cybersecurity education to provide practical experience.
• Results: Students improved their cybersecurity skills, found real vulnerabilities, and developed a better understanding of security, also positively impacting the security level of tested products.

Technical Details

Technological frameworks used: nan

Models used: nan

Data used: nan

Potential Impact

Cybersecurity education providers, online learning platforms, and companies hosting bug bounty programs.

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