Cybersecurity • Published August 4, 2026 • Source: SecurityWeek

Microsoft Bug Bounty Program: $20 Million Paid to 500 Researchers

The biggest single reward paid out by Microsoft between July 1, 2025, and June 30, 2026, was $200,000. The post Microsoft Bug Bounty Program: $20 Million Paid to 500 Researchers appeared first on SecurityWeek .

Executive Summary & Key Takeaways

The biggest single reward paid out by Microsoft between July 1, 2025, and June 30, 2026, was $200,000. The post Microsoft Bug Bounty Program: $20 Million Paid to 500 Researchers appeared first on SecurityWeek .

Developer & Industry Context

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