Bug Bounty Crash Course for Startups

The Inevitability of Vulnerabilities and the Importance of Response

Complete security, or being “unhackable,” is a myth in the realm of cybersecurity. Security flaws are inherent in the digital landscape.

However, a company’s approach to handling and reacting to discovered vulnerabilities is crucial for its success. A proactive and positive response fosters relationships with both the security community and ethical hackers.

This approach allows for the identification and remediation of weaknesses before they can be exploited by malicious actors. Conversely, a poor response can have severe consequences.

Katie Moussouris and the Evolution of Bug Bounty Programs

We are pleased to announce that Katie Moussouris, founder and CEO of Luta Security, will be presenting a comprehensive overview of bug bounty and vulnerability disclosure programs at TC Early Stage 2021.

Moussouris is a recognized pioneer and leading authority in vulnerability disclosure. She has guided major organizations, including Microsoft and the Pentagon, in reshaping their strategies for engaging with hackers and security researchers.

Her work has been instrumental in transforming the security industry, establishing a framework where researchers can responsibly disclose vulnerabilities, receive compensation, and contribute to a collaborative security ecosystem.

Luta Security and Vulnerability Disclosure Programs

In 2016, Moussouris established Luta Security to provide expert guidance to companies and governments on the advantages of security research.

Her firm specializes in the development and enhancement of vulnerability disclosure programs, helping organizations proactively manage and address security risks.

During the TC Early Stage session, attendees will gain insights into the challenges startups encounter when managing vulnerability disclosures – the successes, failures, and everything in between.

TC Early Stage: A Comprehensive Startup Curriculum

Moussouris is among a distinguished group of speakers at TC Early Stage, an event designed to equip startups with the essential skills for success.

The event features a diverse range of breakout sessions covering critical areas of startup development. Here’s a glimpse of the sessions planned:

How to Get An Investor’s Attention (Marlon Nichols, MaC Venture Partners)
Four Things to Think About Before Raising a Series A (Bucky Moore, Kleiner Perkins)
How Founders Can Think Like a VC (Lisa Wu, Norwest Venture Partners)
Finance for Founders (Alexa von Tobel, Inspired Capital)
Building and Leading a Sales Team (Ryan Azus, Zoom CRO)
Keys to Nailing Product Market Fit (Rahul Vohra, Superhuman)

Event Details and Extra Crunch Benefits

The TC Early Stage curriculum is structured across two events. The first, on April 1 & 2, focuses on fundraising and operations.

The second, on July 8 & 9, will provide in-depth explorations of fundraising and marketing strategies. Attendees who purchase tickets for a single event will receive a three-month subscription to Extra Crunch.

A dual-event ticket purchase includes a six-month Extra Crunch membership, offering extended access to premium content and resources.