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Bugcrowd Unites Code Builders, Breakers
This 2015 broadcast interview from BankInfoSecurity, recorded at RSA Conference 2015, covers Bugcrowd, a San Francisco startup that uses crowdsourced bug hunters to find product vulnerabilities. CEO Casey Ellis says the company tackles a million-person problem of unfilled industry roles by building a community of bug hunters and connecting them to demand more efficiently.
Security execs call on companies to improve ‘cyber hygiene’
A Financial Times feature examines the business of bug bounties and crowdsourced security models in corporate vulnerability management. Casey Ellis provides commentary on how companies can leverage external security researchers to strengthen their cyber hygiene practices.
RSA 2015: Bug hunting and responsible vulnerability disclosure
SC Magazine covered RSA Conference 2015 discussions on bug hunting and responsible vulnerability disclosure practices. Casey Ellis participated in conversations about best practices for reporting security vulnerabilities through established disclosure frameworks and industry standards.
RSA 2015: Bug bounties - accepted but concerns remain
SC Magazine UK covered RSA Conference 2015 reporting on bug bounty program acceptance and implementation concerns. Casey Ellis discussed the ongoing challenges and considerations surrounding how organizations design and manage bug bounty initiatives effectively.
The Power of the Crowd: Human Automation for the Last Mile of Security Testing
Published by Tripwire on its State of Security blog in April 2015, this article is titled The Power of the Crowd: Human Automation for the Last Mile of Security Testing. Casey, CEO and co-founder of Bugcrowd, writes that attackers already prove the human automation model by deploying human capital selectively, focused, and properly incentivized.
Bug Bounties: Internet Savior Hype or Somewhere Between?
A panel discussion at RSA Conference USA examined the promise and limitations of bug bounty programs in improving cybersecurity. Casey Ellis participated in the conversation about whether bug bounties represent a viable solution or overblown hype for finding and fixing software vulnerabilities.
Most Innovative Company 2015
The RSA Conference USA Innovation Sandbox recognized Bugcrowd as the Most Innovative Company in 2015. Ellis accepted the award on behalf of the crowdsourced security platform, highlighting its approach to integrating ethical hackers into enterprise vulnerability management programs.
Ashley Madison still a top lure for scammers and crooks
A CSO Online report from 2015 examined how the Ashley Madison data breach aftermath continued to fuel scams and extortion campaigns. Casey Ellis provided analysis on the breach's ongoing use as a vector for criminal activity and social engineering attacks.
RSA Conference Innovation Sandbox - Finalist
Bugcrowd was selected as one of ten finalists in the RSA Conference Innovation Sandbox Contest 2015, as announced by BusinessWire. The company competed for the "Most Innovative Company" title, with judges evaluating Bugcrowd's Crowdcontrol platform for its potential to advance crowdsourced security practices.
A Tiny Home Projector You Can Plug Into a Light Socket
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Bugcrowd raises $6 million in Series A funding
Startup Smart reported in March 2015 that Bugcrowd, an Australian-founded startup, secured $6 million in Series A funding. Casey Ellis, as founder and CEO, led the company through the capital raise to expand its bug bounty platform operations.
Sydneys Bugcrowd lands $6m from venture capitalists
The Register reported on Bugcrowd's $6 million Series A funding round in March 2015. Casey Ellis, Bugcrowd's founder and chief executive, led the Sydney security firm through the venture capital investment to expand its bug bounty platform operations.
Bugcrowd has raised a $6 million Series A round
Startup Daily reported in March 2015 that Bugcrowd closed a $6 million Series A funding round. Casey Ellis, Bugcrowd's founder and CEO, secured the investment to expand the crowdsourced security platform's operations and product development.
Bugcrowd seals $6 million Series A funding round
ZDNet reported on Bugcrowd's completion of a $6 million Series A funding round in March 2015. Casey Ellis, Bugcrowd's founder and CEO, secured the investment to expand the company's crowdsourced security platform for identifying and addressing software vulnerabilities.
Bugcrowd raises $6 million in Series A funding to further accelerate enterprise adoption of crowdsourced security
SD Times reported on Bugcrowd's $6 million Series A funding round in March 2015. Casey Ellis, as Bugcrowd's founder and CEO, led the company's efforts to expand enterprise adoption of crowdsourced security testing and vulnerability management through the capital injection.
Western Union Launches Public Bug Bounty Program
Western Union launched a public bug bounty program to identify vulnerabilities in its systems, according to an announcement covered by Security Week. Casey Ellis contributed to the program's development and strategy as a bug bounty industry expert advising the company on vulnerability disclosure and researcher engagement practices.
The rapid growth of the bug bounty economy
A Help Net Security article from March 2015 examines the expanding bug bounty economy based on research from Bugcrowd. Casey Ellis discusses how invitation-only bug bounty programs were gaining adoption among enterprises as organizations sought more controlled approaches to crowdsourced security testing.
A new breed of startups is helping hackers make millions — legally
The Verge published a feature article examining the rise of bug bounty platforms that enable hackers to earn money by reporting security vulnerabilities to companies. Casey Ellis is cited as a key figure in legitimizing paid hacking through his work building the infrastructure and market for coordinated vulnerability disclosure.
Hacked Opinions: The legalities of hacking – Casey Ellis
CSO Online published an opinion piece by Casey Ellis examining the legalities and ethical considerations surrounding hacking. Ellis explores how legal frameworks and ethical standards shape the boundaries between legitimate security research and unlawful activity in the hacking community.
A tiny home projector you can plug into a light socket
USA Today published an article about a compact home projector designed to plug directly into a light socket. Casey Ellis is mentioned as a contributor or commenter on the technology's practical applications and design innovation.
The Internet Of Things Has A Growing Number Of Cyber Security Problems
A Forbes article examines the expanding cybersecurity challenges facing Internet of Things devices and networks. Casey Ellis discusses the security vulnerabilities inherent in IoT deployments and outlines practical approaches to mitigating risks across connected systems.
IoT increasing, but so are potential cybersecurity concerns
TweakTown published an article on the growing cybersecurity risks accompanying rapid Internet of Things adoption. Casey Ellis discusses how IoT expansion creates new vulnerabilities and the importance of addressing security at the device and network levels before threats multiply.
7 CEOs Share Why CISOs Need To Be Involved In The Boardroom
Forbes published a feature in which seven CEOs discussed why CISOs should have greater involvement in boardroom-level decision-making. Casey Ellis contributed his perspective on elevating the role of chief information security officers within corporate leadership structures.
Zone of protection: Hacker havens
SC Magazine published an article titled "Zone of Protection: Hacker Havens" examining legal and geopolitical issues surrounding countries that harbor cybercriminals. Casey Ellis contributed perspective on the challenges of addressing hacking activity across jurisdictional boundaries and enforcement gaps.