Why Choose This Project

With the increasing reliance on digital platforms, security vulnerabilities are inevitable. Organizations need a structured way for ethical hackers and security researchers to report bugs and vulnerabilities safely. This Bug Bounty Submission Platform allows users to submit vulnerabilities, tracks the status of each report, and helps organizations reward valid submissions. It ensures secure communication between researchers and admins while promoting responsible disclosure.

What You Get

A secure web-based platform where users (researchers) can register, submit vulnerability reports, and track their status. Admins can review submissions, mark them as valid or invalid, assign rewards, and communicate securely with submitters. The platform supports categories, severity levels, and automated notifications, making it suitable for corporate security programs or educational purposes.

Key Features

Technology Stack

Frontend Layer: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Bootstrap, optional React or Angular for interactive dashboards.
Backend Layer: Node.js (Express) / Java Spring Boot / PHP (Laravel) to handle submission logic, notifications, and admin workflows.
Database Layer: MySQL / PostgreSQL / MongoDB for storing user data, submissions, and status updates.
Notification Layer: SMTP (Nodemailer, SendGrid) for email alerts.
Security Layer: HTTPS for secure communication, JWT/OAuth2 for authentication, input validation for form submissions.

Working Flow

1. User Registration & Login
   Researchers and admins register and log in securely.

2. Bug Submission
   Users submit vulnerabilities with details, severity, and attachments.

3. Admin Review
   Admins review submissions, validate the bug, assign severity, and determine rewards.

4. Notifications
   Submission updates are communicated to the user via email or dashboard alerts.

5. Status Tracking
   Researchers track the progress of their submissions: Pending → Reviewed → Approved/Rejected.

6. Audit Logging
   All activities, including submissions and admin actions, are securely logged for compliance.

Main Modules

• Authentication Module → Secure login for users and admins

• Bug Submission Module → Capture vulnerability details and attachments

• Review & Approval Module → Admin review workflow with status updates

• Notification Module → Email or dashboard alerts for submissions and status changes

• Reward Module → Track and manage rewards for valid submissions

• Audit & Logging Module → Maintain detailed logs of all activities

• Dashboard Module → Visualize submissions, severity trends, and researcher contributions

Security Features

• HTTPS-secured portal and API endpoints

• Role-based access control for admins and researchers

• Input validation to prevent XSS, SQL injection, or malicious uploads

• Encrypted storage of sensitive data and attachments

• Audit trails to ensure transparency and accountability