Program Overview
Credit Karma runs a bug bounty program on HackerOne. The program has 14 in-scope assets and is managed by HackerOne's triage team.
14
In-Scope Assets
2d
Avg Response
82%
Efficiency
34d
Avg Bounty Time
In-Scope Assets
| Asset | Type | Max Severity | Eligible |
|---|---|---|---|
| accounts.creditkarma.com | URL | Critical | Bounty |
| api.creditkarma.com | URL | Critical | Bounty |
| blog.creditkarma.com | URL | Critical | Bounty |
| com.creditkarma.mobile | APPLE_STORE_APP_ID | Critical | Bounty |
| com.creditkarma.mobile | GOOGLE_PLAY_APP_ID | Critical | Bounty |
| com.creditkarma.mobile.international | APPLE_STORE_APP_ID | Critical | Bounty |
| com.creditkarma.mobile.international | GOOGLE_PLAY_APP_ID | Critical | Bounty |
| http://*.creditkarma.co.uk | WILDCARD | Critical | Bounty |
| https://*.creditkarma.ca | WILDCARD | Critical | Bounty |
| https://*.creditkarma.com | WILDCARD | Critical | Bounty |
| https://www.creditkarma.com/reviews/ | URL | Critical | Bounty |
| https://www.creditkarma.com/savings | URL | Critical | Bounty |
| support.creditkarma.ca | URL | Critical | Bounty |
| www.creditkarma.ca | URL | Critical | Bounty |
Out-of-Scope Assets
- appsflyer.com
- crashlytics.com
- help.creditkarma.com
- https://www.creditkarma.com/all/advice
- https://www.creditkarma.com/article/*
- socialverification.creditkarma.com
- socialverification.stage.creditkarma.com
- taplytics.com
- tax.creditkarma.com
- taxsupport.creditkarma.com
Tips for Hacking Credit Karma
- 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 Credit Karma?
Sign up on HackerOne, 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 Credit Karma pay bounties?
Yes, Credit Karma offers monetary rewards for valid security vulnerabilities.
What types of vulnerabilities does Credit Karma accept?
Credit Karma accepts reports for vulnerabilities found in their 14 in-scope assets. Common accepted vulnerability types include XSS, SQL injection, SSRF, IDOR, authentication bypass, and RCE. Check the program policy for specific exclusions.