My Bug Bounty Tool Stack (2026 Edition)
In this article, the author discusses their essential tool stack for bug bounty hunting in 2026. The focus is on automating repetitive tasks to improve efficiency while maintaining an intuitive understanding of vulnerabilities. Essential tools include Burp Suite, ZAP (ZenMap & Active Scanner), Aquatone, Nuclei, and Amass. The researcher leverages Burp Suite for web application analysis, using its Proxy, Intruder, and Repeater modules to test for vulnerabilities such as SQL injection, XSS, and SSRF. ZAP (ZenMap & Active Scanner) helps discover network-related issues like open ports, misconfigured servers, and SSL/TLS weaknesses. Aquatone is used to visualize IP addresses associated with a target domain, which can aid in enumeration efforts. Nuclei provides a library of templates for automating vulnerability scanning against various CVEs. Amass uncovers subdomains, email addresses, and hosts related to a target domain, allowing the researcher to expand their attack surface. The author stresses the importance of staying updated on tools and techniques, as well as utilizing open-source intelligence (OSINT) for gathering information about targets. Key lesson: Efficient bug hunting requires a mix of automated and manual tools, combined with continuous learning and OSINT. #BugBounty #Cybersecurity #WebSecurity #Infosec #ToolStack
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