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Google Narrows Open Source Bug Bounty Amid Flood of Invalid Reports

Original: Google Narrows Open Source Bug Bounty Amid Wave of Invalid Automated Reports

Google is restricting its bug bounty program covering open source projects after a surge of low-quality, automated vulnerability reports flooded its review process. The company says AI-generated submissions, many invalid or low-value, have overwhelmed security teams, forcing it to narrow eligibility and tighten criteria for rewards. Security researchers are debating the move, with some warning that legitimate findings may now be overlooked as programs tighten rules across the industry.

Why now: Google's tightening of bug bounty rules highlights a growing industry backlash against AI-generated spam reports overwhelming security teams.

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