Google froze its open source bug bounty program due to a ‘significant rise’ in AI submissions
TechCrunch 1 week ago 5
Google paused its Open Source Software Vulnerability Rewards Program because of a rise in AI-related bug reports. Google said the pause began October 1 and promised an update in the first quarter of 2027. The program will not accept open source vulnerability submissions for now, while participants are directed to other Google bug bounty programs.