press Aug 8, 2014 · NPR
When Hackers Test For Flaws, They Might Earn Cash - Or Threats
NPR's All Tech Considered feature examines the dual nature of ethical hacking, where security researchers test software for flaws and may receive cash rewards or legal threats. Casey Ellis discusses the risks and incentives that security researchers face when identifying vulnerabilities, contributing perspective on the bug bounty landscape.
Source description — as published
A feature on the dual nature of being a hacker, where testing for flaws can lead to either cash rewards or legal threats.