AI slop seems to be overwhelming bug bounty programs.
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Google froze its open source bug bounty program after a surge in automated AI submissions. The company paused rewards for finding vulnerabilities in October 2026.
Why it matters: Researchers must verify AI-generated reports to avoid wasting time on fake bugs.
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AI slop seems to be overwhelming bug bounty programs.
Read the original at TechCrunch AI: Google froze its open source bug bounty program due to a ‘significant rise’ in AI submissions
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