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HackenProof Bug Bounty Payouts Recap: April 2026

Anna Drahalina
Anna DrahalinaMarketing Specialist
1 Minute ReadPublished: 6 May 2026

The previous month at HackenProof was marked by new program launches, active researcher participation, and bug bounty payouts across multiple severity levels. Below is a snapshot of how April unfolded for the platform and the community.

Bug Bounty Programs Launched in April

In April, the following bug bounty programs went live on HackenProof:

Reports and Bug Bounty Payouts

In April, security researchers submitted a total of 5,212 vulnerability reports across active bug bounty programs and contests.

Total bug bounty payouts in April amounted to $1,523,988.

The breakdown below shows how bug bounty payouts in April were distributed across vulnerability severity levels:

  • Low: $35,855
  • Medium: $75,200
  • High: $629,634
  • Critical: $783,299

Top Bug Bounty Payouts in April

The highest individual payouts awarded during the month were:

Moving Forward

April was a productive month, maintaining steady momentum across launches, researcher activity, and payouts. HackenProof moves into May with ongoing programs, contests, and new opportunities ahead.

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