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Google pauses open source bug bounty program amid AI submission surge
Google has paused its open source bug bounty program, citing a surge of submissions generated by AI tools. Low-quality automated reports are reportedly overwhelming reviewers, prompting the company to halt new submissions while it reassesses how to handle the influx. Security researchers are watching closely, as the decision raises broader concerns about AI-generated spam affecting vulnerability disclosure programs.
Why now: Google's pause of a major bug bounty program over low-quality AI-generated reports highlights growing concerns about AI flooding security workflows.
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