Hacking with permission: the rules that make it ethical

Ethical hacking, often via Bug Bounty Programs or VDPs, operates within defined frameworks. These include a community Code of Conduct (CoC), setting program Rules of Engagement (RoE), and clarifying platform Terms of Service (ToS). Companies that invest in proactive security need to understand what these terms mean and the function they play in maintaining a secure and compliant program. The challenge is that security terminologies are often multifaceted, making it demanding for businesses to in…