Program Overview
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services - Public Bug Bounty Program 2026 runs a bug bounty program on Bugcrowd with a maximum payout of $7,000. The program has 8 in-scope assets and is managed by Bugcrowd's triage team.
In-Scope Assets
| Asset | Type | Max Severity | Eligible |
|---|---|---|---|
| https://eua.cms.gov/ | WEBSITE | ||
| https://eua.cms.gov/efi | WEBSITE | ||
| https://portal.cms.gov/ | WEBSITE | ||
| https://www.cms.gov/ | WEBSITE | ||
| https://cmsnationaltrainingprogram.cms.gov/ | WEBSITE | ||
| https://*nsa-idr.cms.gov | WEBSITE | ||
| https://*qpp.cms.gov/ | WEBSITE | ||
| https://csscoperations.com/ | WEBSITE |
Out-of-Scope Assets
- *https://www.eqrs.cms.gov and all related subdomains, APIs, and supporting services.
- *https://eua.cms.gov/euareporting/
Tips for Hacking Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services - Public Bug Bounty Program 2026
- Read the policy — Understand what's in scope, out of scope, and any specific testing restrictions before you start.
- Enumerate the attack surface — Use subdomain enumeration and directory bruteforcing to map all accessible endpoints.
- Focus on high-impact bugs — Look for SQL injection, SSRF, and IDOR vulnerabilities first.
- Test authentication flows — Check for OAuth misconfigurations and CSRF in login/signup flows.
- Write clear reports — Include steps to reproduce, impact assessment, and suggested remediation. Use Burp Suite to capture evidence.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I start hacking Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services - Public Bug Bounty Program 2026?
Sign up on Bugcrowd, read the program policy carefully, review the in-scope assets listed above, and start testing. Always stay within scope and follow responsible disclosure guidelines.
Does Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services - Public Bug Bounty Program 2026 pay bounties?
Yes, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services - Public Bug Bounty Program 2026 offers monetary rewards for valid security vulnerabilities.
What types of vulnerabilities does Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services - Public Bug Bounty Program 2026 accept?
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services - Public Bug Bounty Program 2026 accepts reports for vulnerabilities found in their 8 in-scope assets. Common accepted vulnerability types include XSS, SQL injection, SSRF, IDOR, authentication bypass, and RCE. Check the program policy for specific exclusions.