Casey Ellis, on the record.
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Judge Suspends Order Requiring Apple To Help FBI Unlock iPhone, But At A Cost
A March 2016 Hacked article reports on a judge's decision to suspend an order requiring Apple to assist the FBI in unlocking an iPhone, citing potential costs as a factor. Casey Ellis commented on the implications of the ruling for technology companies and law enforcement cooperation on device access issues.
Uber will pay you to hack into their software
Uber's bug bounty program was covered in a Business Insider article in March 2016, describing the company's effort to crowdsource security vulnerability discovery. Casey Ellis is referenced for his work in the bug bounty and vulnerability disclosure space, contributing perspective on how organizations incentivize ethical hackers to identify software flaws before malicious actors can exploit them.
Uber offers hackers 'treasure map' to find computer flaws
Uber announced a bug bounty program featuring a "treasure map" designed to guide ethical hackers toward discovering security vulnerabilities in its systems, according to eNCA. Casey Ellis contributed to discussions on the company's approach to crowdsourced security testing and vulnerability disclosure practices.
Apple Policy on Bugs May Explain Why Hackers Would Help F.B.I.
A New York Times article from March 2016 examines Apple's security bug policies and the incentives that might motivate independent hackers to assist law enforcement. Casey Ellis discusses how responsible disclosure practices and bug bounty programs influence hacker behavior and cooperation with government agencies.
Uber offers hackers treasure map to find computer flaws”
A Reuters article from March 2016 reports on Uber's launch of a bug bounty program that provides hackers with a structured guide to identify security vulnerabilities in its systems. Casey Ellis contributed to the program's development and strategy for crowdsourced security research.
Apple Win in iPhone Case Comes With Cost
A Wall Street Journal article from March 2016 examines Apple's legal victory against the FBI in a dispute over iPhone encryption and data access. The piece analyzes the costs and precedent-setting implications of Apple's win for future privacy and security discussions.
Department of Justice Charges Apple iCloud Hacker
The Department of Justice charged a hacker in connection with the 2014 iCloud celebrity photo leak, according to eWEEK. Casey Ellis commented on the case and its implications for cloud security practices and account protection measures.
Interview: Casey Ellis, Bugcrowd
Infosecurity Magazine published an interview with Casey Ellis of Bugcrowd in March 2016. Ellis discussed the state of the cybersecurity industry and explained how the bug bounty model creates a bridge between security researchers and organizations seeking vulnerability disclosure.
Facebook Exec's Brazilian Misadventure Signals Bigger Problem
A TechNewsWorld article from March 2016 discusses security vulnerabilities and corporate accountability in major technology platforms. Casey Ellis is cited regarding best practices for responsible disclosure and the importance of companies addressing security gaps before they become public incidents.
Bounty for security leaks
An article in Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung's Netzwirtschaft blog examines the practice of offering bounties for security vulnerabilities. Casey Ellis is cited for his perspective on how bug bounty programs incentivize researchers to report security flaws responsibly rather than exploit them.
How to hack the Pentagon—legally
Archer Energy Solutions published an article in March 2016 explaining how individuals can legally participate in the Pentagon's official bug bounty program. The piece outlines the process for security researchers to discover and report vulnerabilities to the Department of Defense through authorized channels.
Hack the planet, er, Pentagon: US Dept of Defense puts bounties on bugs
The Register reported on the U.S. Department of Defense's launch of "Hack the Pentagon," its first bug bounty program designed to identify security vulnerabilities. Casey Ellis served as a key advisor to the initiative, helping shape the program's structure and bringing bug bounty expertise to the Pentagon's security efforts.
Risk vs reward: how to talk about bug bounty programs
CSO Online published an article on communicating bug bounty program value to organizational stakeholders. Casey Ellis contributes perspective on balancing security benefits against program costs and risks to help leadership understand implementation decisions.
Bugcrowd CEO Casey Ellis on bug bounty programs
FedScoop published a video interview with Bugcrowd CEO Casey Ellis discussing bug bounty programs in February 2016. Ellis explains how bug bounty initiatives are gaining traction within federal government agencies as a security practice.
Bug bounty hunters score big dollars and the boom's only just begun
The Register published a feature on the growth and mechanics of bug bounty programs in the security industry. Casey Ellis is cited as a key figure in the space, discussing how coordinated vulnerability disclosure and bug bounties have evolved to become significant drivers of application security improvements.
Bugcrowd Outlines Vulnerability Pricing Model, Rewards Vary from $100 to $15,000
Softpedia reports on Bugcrowd's vulnerability pricing model and reward structure for security researchers. Casey Ellis discusses how the platform's bounty amounts range from $100 to $15,000 depending on the severity of reported vulnerabilities.
Bounty hunters won't blink until you dangle US$1500 bug reward
A January 2016 article in The Register examines minimum bug bounty pricing thresholds in the security research community. Casey Ellis is cited on how companies must offer competitive rewards to attract top-tier security researchers to serious vulnerability disclosures.
GM Bug Program Gets Mixed Notices
General Motors' bug bounty program drew mixed reactions from security researchers following its launch. Casey Ellis noted concerns about the program's scope and reward structure, highlighting the need for automakers to align incentives with researcher expectations.
The Ultimate Start-up Guide
The Ultimate Start-up Guide, published by Crowded Ocean in 2016, is a paper resource for entrepreneurs building new ventures. Casey Ellis appears in the guide in connection with BugCrowd, his crowdsourced security testing platform.