Microsoft Changes Bug Bounty Rules, Requires Detailed Proof of Concept for Higher Rewards

Microsoft has introduced new report-completeness requirements across its bug bounty programs, tying potential payouts more closely to the quality of researchers’ initial submissions. Announced by the Microsoft Security Response Center (MSRC) on October 20, 2026, the change replaces multiple report-quality levels with two assessments: Complete and... Weiterlesen: Microsoft Changes Bug Bounty Rules, Requires Detailed Proof of Concep…