Published On:Sunday, 18 August 2013
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Exclusive Interview with One of the Popular Bug Hunter VIGNESH KUMAR
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| Vignesh Kumar |
Hi, I am Vignesh Kumar from TamilNadu, INDIA.
I hold a Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering Degree and in addition an Information Security Enthusiast, budding Bug Bounty Hunter.
You are an electrical engineering student, how did you get interest in security?
Yes, I am an Electrical Engineer. Also I am more obsessed with Electronics and Networking field, Also I have a huge passion for Information security too. I was introduced and inspired into "Bug Bounty Hunting" by one of my close friend Ahamed Nafeez(@skeptic_fx).
When did you start bug hunting?
Around 12 months ago.
I am really proud to have you as my friend. How did your Parents/Friends react when you got rewards?
Thanks. :) My parents and friends were really happy for me.
What vulnerability you have discovered?
The vulnerabilities which are categorized by The OWASP Foundation.
What is your first finding,how did you feel at that time?
I can barely remember the first one. But i was finding bugs with small sites until I started Bug Bounty Hunting.
What is your favorite vulnerability?
Cross Site Scripting (XSS)
You are a bug hunter for fun or income?
Actually, bit of both. Also to gain more "Knowledge" in Information Secuirty.
What is your future plan?
Electrical/Networking Engineer
What you got in bug hunting?
Cash Rewards , Hall of Fames, SmartPhones, T-shirts etc..
Say the sites name in which you found bugs?
Google, Facebook, Twitter, Apple, Adobe, Microsoft, Nokia, RedHat etc..
What is your advice to newbie?
“Bug Bounty Hunting” is totally competitive. You shouldn’t jump into this one just by aiming on money.
Have thirst of gaining knowledge in Infomration Security which will fetch you HOFs, money and all.
Don’t feel depressed when you fail for the first few times attempting "Bug Bounty Hunting".
Do more learning, practising, hunting which will definitely fetch you the rewards.
Moreover, patience is highly recommended if you are a beginner. Once you jump in, you will get used to it.
What do you want to say about me and CYBERAON?
Thank you so much for this opportunity. You are really doing great with CyberAoN.
Keep up the great work. Wish you more success in the very near future.
-- Interview Taken by -Ankush Mohanty(CEH)
