A bug bounty program states: "Only bugs found on the production website are eligible." A researcher submits a bug found on the staging environment. What is the issue?

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Cybersecurity - Emerging Security Topics

AThe bug is eligible because staging is part of the system

BThe bug is not eligible because it was found outside production

CThe bug is eligible if it affects production later

DThe bug is eligible only if reported within 24 hours

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Review program scope
The program limits eligible bugs to production website only.
Step 2: Evaluate bug location
The bug was found on staging, which is outside the allowed scope.
Final Answer:
The bug is not eligible because it was found outside production -> Option B
Quick Check:
Bug location must match scope [OK]

Quick Trick: Check program scope before reporting bugs [OK]

Common Mistakes:

MISTAKES

Assuming staging bugs are always eligible
Ignoring program scope rules
Thinking timing affects eligibility here

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A bug bounty program states: "Only bugs found on the production website are eligible." A researcher submits a bug found on the staging environment. What is the issue?

Step 1: Review program scope

Step 2: Evaluate bug location

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