UIDAI Launches Aadhaar Bug Bounty Program

The India===Aadhaar (UIDAI) has initiated the Aadhaar Bug Bounty Programme, inviting ethical hackers and cybersecurity experts to identify security vulnerabilities in systems linked to Aadhaar. This program aims to bolster the security of platforms such as the UIDAI official website, myAadhaar portal, and the Secure QR Code application. Rewards will be offered based on the severity of reported vulnerabilities, categorized as critical, high, medium, and low. The initial phase of the program is limited to 20 selected cybersecurity professionals, with potential for future expansion. Participants are required to adhere to responsible disclosure guidelines, reporting findings directly to UIDAI without public exposure or misuse. The initiative is managed in partnership with ComOlho IT Private Limited and underscores UIDAI's commitment to maintaining robust security for Aadhaar systems, which handle sensitive identity information for a vast population.