UIDAI Bug Bounty Programme for Aadhaar security
Why in the news
UIDAI opened Aadhaar systems to scrutiny by outside security researchers through a formal reward-based programme.
Key facts
- UIDAI launched its first structured Bug Bounty Programme.
- Focus: cybersecurity of the Aadhaar ecosystem.
- In such a scheme, ethical hackers and security researchers are invited to find vulnerabilities in digital systems.
- Rewards go to those who report flaws responsibly, ahead of misuse by malicious actors.
Objectives
- Strengthen the security and resilience of digital platforms.
- Encourage responsible disclosure of vulnerabilities.
- Build trust in large public digital systems such as Aadhaar.
Exam angle
- Body: Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI).
- Concept: Bug Bounty Programme, a reward for responsible disclosure.
- Participants: ethical hackers and security researchers.