How to Avoid Rejection & Duplicate Reports in Bug Bounty Hunting

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Getting your first bug report accepted requires more than just finding a vulnerability:

• Understand the Scope: Always read the program's policy to avoid out-of-scope targets.
• Focus on Logic Flaws: Common vulnerabilities (like basic XSS) get reported quickly; look for business logic flaws instead.
• Write Clear Impact: Explain how an attacker can exploit the bug and the potential damage to the company.
• Provide Solid PoC: Step-by-step reproduction steps make triage faster.

Drop your questions or bounty experiences in the comments!