Training Bug Bounty - Hunting Zero-Day Vulnerabilities

Very demanding course · Expertise required

$7,875

  • 5 days
  • Onsite
  • 10 people max.
Ref: QRT337
10 people max.
$7,875
In-company rate: from $14,175 for the whole teamExpertise rate: $1,575 per day, reflecting the difficulty levelAWS, Azure or OVH infrastructure: from $158 / day extra
On-site and certification exam on quote
5 days
Onsite

Don't let this gap widen

Why this program matters

  • Without bug bounty mastery, companies suffer 60% more critical breaches, costing an average of 4,5 millions d'euros per incident according to IBM.

  • Security teams lose 30% of time on false positives and manual investigations, delaying deployments by 2 semaines.

  • In 2024, 85% of bug bounty programs report ROI above 500% via proactive fixes.

  • Every unhunted vulnerability exposes companies to GDPR fines up to 4% of revenue and shuts experts out of 6 chiffres opportunities.

  • Act before your competitors monetize your ignored flaws.

Naël GUERIN, Learni trainer · Cybersecurity & project management
Naël GUERIN

Learni trainer · Cybersecurity & project management

73%productivity gap
×3cost of inaction
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Payment by wire transferEnhanced confidentialityPerfect for companies with 50 to 500 employeesScheduling to fit any time zone

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41,305 programs · 25 countries

  • Aptar
  • ArcelorMittal
  • Equans
  • EDF
  • Ubisoft
  • Microsoft
  • Atos

Every program built with a dedicated engineer

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  • NVIDIA
  • Google
  • Amazon Web Services
  • Microsoft Dynamics 365
  • Salesforce
  • ServiceNow
  • SAP
  • Oracle
  • Cisco
  • Fortinet
  • Palo Alto Networks
  • Aruba
  • VMware
  • Red Hat
  • Databricks
  • Snowflake
  • OVHcloud
  • Notion
  • AMD
  • Apple

Companies: Aptar, ArcelorMittal, Equans, EDF, Ubisoft, Microsoft and Atos.

Bug Bounty training objectives

  • Master advanced bug bounty methodologies for professional discoveries
  • Develop skills in passive and active reconnaissance to target critical assets
  • Implement exploit chaining techniques to maximize the impact of vulnerabilities
  • Design certifying and monetizable vulnerability reports for enterprise
  • Optimize hunting workflows with automated tools and custom scripts
  • Deploy bug bounty strategies adapted to private and public programs

Program

Bug Bounty curriculum: 5 modules over 5 days

Module 1 : Bug Bounty: Advanced Reconnaissance and Critical Asset Mapping (Shodan, Censys, recon-ng)

Immersion in passive reconnaissance techniques to identify hidden subdomains and sensitive endpoints, use of tools like Amass and Subfinder to map real target perimeters, practical exercises on live bug bounty programs like HackerOne, construction of a personalized scope with prioritization of high-value assets, analysis of bug histories to anticipate recurring vulnerabilities, and development of a documented preliminary reconnaissance report.

Module 2 : Bug Bounty: Critical Web Vulnerabilities and Advanced Bypasses (XSS, SSRF, IDOR)

In-depth exploration of polyglot XSS injections and DOM-based attacks with contextual payloads, SSRF chaining for out-of-band RCE via Burp Collaborator, detection of massive IDORs on GraphQL APIs, practical workshops on vulnerable labs inspired by recent HackerOne reports, development of Python scripts for automated fuzzing, WAF bypass testing with mutation techniques, and production of a video PoC demonstrating the business impact of a critical vulnerability.

Module 3 : Bug Bounty: Attacks on APIs and Broken Authentication (OAuth, JWT, session hijacking)

Analysis of OAuth 2.0 flaws such as redirect URI manipulation and token theft, decryption and forgery of JWTs with tools like jwt_tool, exploitation of logic flaws in multi-factor authentication flows, simulations on real REST/GraphQL APIs with Postman and Burp, development of automated Bash exploits for mass hunting, evaluation of impact on user data confidentiality, and creation of a report template for enterprise programs.

Module 4 : Bug Bounty: Exploit Chaining and Advanced Automation (Nuclei, custom scripts)

Mastery of vulnerability chaining to escalate from low to critical severity, integration of Nuclei and FFUF for scalable scans on thousands of endpoints, creation of custom YAML templates based on recent CVEs, workshops on simulated bug bounty CTFs with real scoring, workflow optimization via Docker and GitHub Actions for hunting CI/CD, post-exploitation persistence and lateral movement testing, and code review by the trainer to refine PoCs.

Module 5 : Bug Bounty: Professional Reporting, Legal Aspects, and Monetization (HackerOne, Bugcrowd)

Writing impactful reports with CVSS triage, clear methodology, and reproduction steps, bounty negotiation using best practices from top hunters, review of recent disclosures on HackerOne and Intigriti, handling triages and false positives, workshops on GDPR compliance and private contracts, simulation of a pitch to an enterprise client for internal programs, and post-training action plan to launch profitable hunting with ROI tracking.

How Bug Bounty skills are assessed

  • Expert MCQ on bug bounty methodologies and advanced tools
  • Evaluation through live vulnerability chain exploitation
  • Presentation of a complete report on a simulated bug bounty

How the Bug Bounty course is taught

  • Courses led by a certified active bug bounty hunter
  • Practical exercises on live programs and private labs
  • Ongoing project: complete hunt on a real anonymized target
  • Complete course materials and templates provided to each participant

Bug Bounty training: access and practical arrangements

The Training Bug Bounty - Hunting Zero-Day Vulnerabilities program is delivered onsite or remote (blended-learning, virtual classroom, remote presence). At Learni, an industry-certified training organization, every program is built to maximize skills acquisition regardless of the chosen format.

The trainer alternates between demonstrative, interrogative and active methods (through hands-on labs and/or scenarios). This pedagogical approach guarantees concrete learning that's immediately applicable at work.

Equipment required

For the smooth delivery of the Training Bug Bounty - Hunting Zero-Day Vulnerabilities program, the following equipment is required:

  • Mac or PC computers, high-speed fiber internet, whiteboard or flipchart, projector or interactive touch screen (for remote sessions)
  • Training environments installed on workstations or accessible online
  • Course materials, hands-on exercises and complementary resources
  • Post-training access to materials and educational resources

For intra-company training on a site outside Learni, the client commits to providing all required teaching materials (computers, internet, etc.) for the smooth delivery of the program in line with the prerequisites in the communicated program.

* contact us for remote delivery feasibility** ratio varies depending on the program

Skills assessment methods

Assessment of skills acquired during the Training Bug Bounty - Hunting Zero-Day Vulnerabilities program is performed through:

  • During training: case studies, hands-on labs and professional scenarios
  • End of training: self-assessment questionnaire and skills evaluation by the trainer
  • After training: completion certificate detailing acquired skills

Program accessibility

Learni is committed to making its programs accessible. All our programs are accessible to people with disabilities. Our teams are available to adapt the pedagogical methods to your specific needs. Please contact us for any adjustment request.

Enrollment terms and lead times

Registration is possible up to 48 business hours before the start of training. All our programs are built for corporate L&D budgets and delivered onsite or remotely.

The Learni story

Founded by engineers and learning experts, Learni's mission is to make high-impact tech training accessible to teams everywhere. We work remotely with organizations across the US and Canada, in your time zone, to help teams upskill fast.

Our method

How Learni guarantees the quality of your Bug Bounty training

Before, during, after: we frame the brief, introduce the trainer, tailor the content and measure impact. You stay in control from kickoff to wrap-up.

Step 1

Rigorous trainer selection

Each trainer is validated on three criteria: hands-on field expertise, proven pedagogy and alignment with your industry.

  • Triple validation: technical, pedagogical, sectoral.
  • Minimum rating 4.8/5 over the last 12 sessions.
Step 2

You meet the trainer beforehand

30-minute video call between you and the selected trainer to validate the fit, adjust content and clear any final doubts.

  • Live briefing on goals and team context.
  • Veto right — we swap the trainer for free if needed.
Step 3

Content tailored to your context

No recycled slides. The syllabus is reworked from your real cases: tools, constraints, vocabulary, ongoing projects.

  • Hands-on cases drawn from your stack and projects.
  • Program co-written then validated by your team.
Step 4

Continuous quality follow-up

Live evaluations, 30/90/180-day check-ins and a consolidation plan. If the impact misses the mark, we rework it.

  • NPS, knowledge quizzes and skills self-assessment.
  • Satisfaction guarantee: fully satisfied or free rework.

A simple promise: you don't pay to discover the trainer on day one. Everything is validated upfront, by you.

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A school kit donated to a child for every training booked

To fight inequalities in access to education, Learni donates a complete school kit to a child in need for every training booked. You build your skills, a child heads back to school.

  • Backpack, notebooks and essential supplies
  • Distributed through our partner charities
  • Included, at no extra cost to you
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FAQ

Bug Bounty: frequently asked questions

Which tools are used in Bug Bounty training?+
Hands-on work runs on shodan, censys, recon-ng, XSS, SSRF and IDOR. Those tools come from the Bug Bounty program itself, delivered on site over 5 days, so participants practise on the stack they will use at work.
What can participants do after Bug Bounty training?+
They can master advanced bug bounty methodologies for professional discoveries, develop skills in passive and active reconnaissance to target critical assets and implement exploit chaining techniques to maximize the impact of vulnerabilities. Those are the stated objectives of the Bug Bounty program at Expert level, checked by the end-of-session assessment.
What does the Bug Bounty program cover, day by day?+
Day 1: Bug Bounty: Advanced Reconnaissance and Critical Asset Mapping (Shodan, Censys, recon-ng). Day 2: Bug Bounty: Critical Web Vulnerabilities and Advanced Bypasses (XSS, SSRF, IDOR). Day 3: Bug Bounty: Attacks on APIs and Broken Authentication (OAuth, JWT, session hijacking). Day 4: Bug Bounty: Exploit Chaining and Advanced Automation (Nuclei, custom scripts). Day 5: Bug Bounty: Professional Reporting, Legal Aspects, and Monetization (HackerOne, Bugcrowd). The Bug Bounty program runs over 5 days, delivered on site.
How is Bug Bounty training assessed?+
Assessment relies on expert MCQ on bug bounty methodologies and advanced tools, evaluation through live vulnerability chain exploitation and presentation of a complete report on a simulated bug bounty. Learni issues a completion certificate together with the individual assessment report at the end of the Bug Bounty program, which an L&D team can file as evidence.
How much does Bug Bounty training cost per participant?+
Bug Bounty training costs $7,875 per participant. For an in-company team, the flat rate starts at $14,175 for the whole group, up to 8 people. AWS, Azure or OVH infrastructure is extra, from $158 per day. The detailed quote, sent within one business day, adjusts the amount to the format and how far the syllabus is tailored to your team.
How long does Bug Bounty training take?+
5 days, available live online (US time zones) or on-site at your offices. Half-day tracks spread over several weeks are possible so the team stays operational.
Who pays for Bug Bounty training?+
Most US teams pay directly through their company L&D or training budget. Learni invoices in US dollars and accepts bank transfer (ACH/wire) or card, with volume pricing for teams. A purchase order is welcome.
What do participants need to know before Bug Bounty training?+
Advanced experience in web pentesting, mastery of Burp Suite, in-depth knowledge of OWASP Top 10 and vulnerability exploitation.
Is a certificate issued after Bug Bounty training?+
Yes. A Learni completion certificate is issued, along with the individual evaluation report. Learni is a certified training provider and prepares for third-party certifications, but does not award them itself.
Does Learni provide the equipment for Bug Bounty training?+
No. A computer and a stable internet connection are required for each participant. Learni provides the learning platform, the trainer and all course materials.
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