Fund research

Eligible pwn.college learners can apply for funded vulnerability research when an open source target's vulnerability disclosure program does not offer monetary rewards. PayPal is required for payouts.

Eligibility

Applicants must have achieved one of these pwn.college belts to be eligible.

pwn.college orange belt
orange
pwn.college yellow belt
yellow
pwn.college green belt
green
pwn.college blue belt
blue

Research payouts

Selected researchers can receive grants based on vulnerability severity on a pre-approved target.

Low severity

Payout
$25-$50

Medium severity

Payout
$50-$150

High severity

Payout
$150-$300

Critical severity

Payout
$300-$500