Documenting Vulnerabilities

Bug Bounty Report

A Bug Bounty Report is typically submitted to a platform or organization offering rewards for identifying security vulnerabilities. A comprehensive Bug Bounty Report should include the following sections:

  • Summary Title: A concise and descriptive title of the vulnerability.

  • Target: Specify the affected system, application, or component.

  • Vulnerability Details:

    • Description: A brief overview of the vulnerability.

    • Impact: Potential consequences if exploited.

    • Severity: Assign a severity level (e.g., Low, Medium, High, Critical).

  • Reproduction Steps:

    • Detailed, step-by-step instructions to reproduce the vulnerability.

    • Include relevant screenshots, HTTP requests, or Proof of Concept (PoC) code snippets.

  • Recommendations:

    • Suggested remediation steps to address the vulnerability.

  • References (optional):

    • Links to external materials, documentation, or security guides, such as OWASP resources.

Penetration Testing Report

A Penetration Testing Report is a formal document provided to clients after conducting a security assessment of their systems. A comprehensive Penetration Testing Report should include the following sections:

  • Executive Summary:

    • Overview of the engagement, including objectives and scope.

    • High-level findings and their potential business impacts.

  • Methodology:

    • Description of the testing approach and techniques used.

    • Justification for the chosen methods.

  • Scope:

    • Detailed outline of the systems, networks, and applications tested.

    • Clarification of any out-of-scope areas.

  • Findings:

    • Detailed descriptions of identified vulnerabilities.

    • Risk assessments, including likelihood and impact.

    • Evidence, such as screenshots, logs, or PoC code.

  • Recommendations:

    • Specific, actionable remediation steps for each finding.

    • Prioritization based on risk levels.

  • Conclusion:

    • Summary of the overall security posture.

    • Suggestions for improving security measures.

  • Appendices (if applicable):

    • Glossary of terms.

    • Detailed technical data or supplementary information.

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