Updates to our program include
+ Shifting from an invitation-only program to a program that is open to all security researchers, significantly expanding the pool of eligible researchers.
+ Offering a new program focused specifically on side channel vulnerabilities through Dec. 31, 2018. The award for disclosures under this program is up to $250,000.
+ Raising bounty awards across the board, with awards of up to $100,000 for other areas.
https://newsroom.intel.com/news/expanding-intels-bug-bounty-program/
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