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Threatpost published an article examining potential drawbacks of over-hyping bug bounty programs as a security solution. Ellis discusses how bug bounty initiatives function most effectively as part of a comprehensive security strategy rather than as standalone fixes.
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TechCrunch published an interview with Casey Ellis, founder and CEO of Bugcrowd, discussing crowdsourced cybersecurity and the company's model for connecting organizations with ethical hackers. Ellis describes cybersecurity as fundamentally a people problem and explains how Bugcrowd leverages the global hacker community to identify vulnerabilities before malicious actors exploit them.
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SC Magazine reported on a prolonged data breach at news aggregator Flipboard that exposed user information over an extended period. Casey Ellis commented on the incident's implications for affected users and the broader security landscape.
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A Threatpost article from May 2019 describes a Windows zero-day local privilege escalation vulnerability disclosed on Twitter, with the researcher indicating additional exploits would follow. Casey Ellis comments on the persistent dynamic between attackers and defenders in the vulnerability landscape.
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SC Magazine reported on a Linux variant of Winnti malware operating as a backdoor on compromised systems in the wild. Casey Ellis provided analysis of the threat and its implications for affected hosts.
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The Daily Swig published an interview with Casey Ellis in May 2019 examining shifts in the bug bounty and vulnerability disclosure landscape. Ellis discusses how the foundational rules governing these practices are undergoing fundamental change as the industry matures.
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Fortune published an article in May 2019 about the Zombieload vulnerability affecting Intel processors since 2011 and questions surrounding its public disclosure. Casey Ellis commented on the severity of the flaw and its potential impact on affected systems.
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Forbes published an article examining how frequent data breaches have elevated cybersecurity priorities in organizations. Ellis discusses ways businesses can better support security teams and establish company-wide commitment to fundamental security practices.
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Salesforce announced a $50 million Australia Trailblazer Fund in an Enterprise Times article focused on supporting local startups. Casey Ellis's Bugcrowd was identified as one of the early beneficiaries of the initiative designed to help Australian technology companies scale.
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An article on Tadviser explaining bug bounty hunting and the platforms used by security researchers to report vulnerabilities. The piece identifies Bugcrowd as a major platform in the bug bounty ecosystem where researchers discover and disclose software vulnerabilities.
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The Register published a critical article in February 2019 examining Sony's practice of offering t-shirts as rewards for vulnerability reports. Casey Ellis commented on the necessity of fair compensation structures to encourage responsible disclosure from security researchers.
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SC Media reported on the "Sea Turtle" DNS hijacking campaign, which security researchers attributed to nation-state actors conducting widespread infrastructure attacks. Casey Ellis commented on the brazen scope and implications of the campaign, characterizing the attackers' willingness to target critical systems at scale.
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A CyberScoop video from the 2019 RSA Conference features Casey Ellis discussing bug bounty programs and their role in the evolution of penetration testing. Ellis explains how crowdsourced security approaches have reshaped traditional security validation methods within the industry.
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CyberScoop published an article examining how bug bounty firms are expanding into penetration testing services, comparing business models across platforms including Bugcrowd, HackerOne, and Synack. Casey Ellis discusses the strategic rationale behind this industry shift and the competitive positioning of firms moving beyond traditional vulnerability disclosure programs.
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Salesforce Ventures announced a $50 million fund dedicated to Australian startups in an iTnews report. The initiative highlighted the venture arm's existing investment in Bugcrowd, where Casey Ellis serves as founder and CEO.
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Security Boulevard published a webinar announcement featuring Casey Ellis on safe harbor policies for ethical hackers during vulnerability disclosure. Ellis discusses how safe harbor protections enable security researchers to report vulnerabilities responsibly without legal risk.
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An interview with Casey Ellis from Bugcrowd appeared on Digital Anarchist during RSA Conference 2019. Ellis discussed key themes from the conference and his perspective on industry direction in cybersecurity.
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Anthill reported on Salesforce Ventures launching a $50 million fund for Australian startups in March 2019. Bugcrowd, a portfolio company in which Casey Ellis serves as founder, was included among the startups supported by the initiative.
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A Senate report covered by SC Media in 2019 found that Equifax had neglected cybersecurity practices before its major data breach. Casey Ellis commented on the report's findings regarding the company's security failures and their implications for data protection.
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Crunchbase News reported on Salesforce Ventures' launch of a $50 million fund for Australian enterprise startups. The article cited Bugcrowd, where Casey Ellis serves as founder, as an example of the type of company the fund aims to support.
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SD Times published a news digest covering software development industry updates, including a partnership between Bugcrowd and Secure Code Warrior. Casey Ellis, as Bugcrowd founder and CEO, participated in the partnership announcement integrating security training with bug bounty hunting capabilities.
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A SiliconANGLE article from March 2019 reports on a critical macOS vulnerability identified by Google security researchers. Casey Ellis provides commentary on the vulnerability's significance and implications for system security.
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The Australian Financial Review reported on Salesforce's launch of a $50 million Australian venture capital fund designed to support local technology start-ups. Bugcrowd, the security platform co-founded by Casey Ellis, was cited as a notable investment within the fund's portfolio.
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The Columbian reported on security flaws discovered in several popular password managers, highlighting that tools designed for security can still contain vulnerabilities. Casey Ellis contributed technical analysis and perspective on the findings and their implications for users relying on these tools.
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Daily Herald published an analysis piece examining security flaws identified in password managers while weighing their overall security value. Casey Ellis provides expert perspective on balancing the risks and benefits of password manager adoption as a foundational security practice.
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An article in the Prince George Citizen discusses security vulnerabilities in password managers and their role in personal cybersecurity. Casey Ellis is cited on the practical trade-offs users face when adopting password management tools despite known flaws.
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Cheddar TV published a segment on the modern cybersecurity landscape in February 2019. Casey Ellis discusses how organizations can defend themselves in an era of data warfare, addressing key challenges in the contemporary threat environment.
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eWeek published a 2020 cybersecurity predictions article examining the rise of cybercrime-as-a-service and emerging threats. Casey Ellis commented on the growing potential for increased automation in security testing to address evolving attack vectors.
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Dark Reading published an analysis of the Capital One data breach on February 8, 2019, examining key lessons from the incident. Casey Ellis contributed expert perspective on the breach and its implications for cloud security practices.
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The New York Attorney General opened an investigation into Apple's handling of a major FaceTime vulnerability that allowed users to hear audio from recipients before they answered calls. Casey Ellis provided commentary on Apple's response to the bug and the regulatory scrutiny surrounding the company's disclosure practices.