Matomo Bug Bounty Program

Program Overview

Matomo runs a bug bounty program on HackerOne. The program has 9 in-scope assets.

In-Scope Assets

Asset	Type	Max Severity	Eligible
737216887	APPLE_STORE_APP_ID	Medium	No Bounty
https://github.com/innocraft/	SOURCE_CODE	High	Bounty
https://github.com/matomo-org	SOURCE_CODE	High	Bounty
https://github.com/matomo-org/docker	URL	Critical	Bounty
https://github.com/matomo-org/matomo	SOURCE_CODE	Critical	Bounty
https://plugins.matomo.org/developer/innocraft	SOURCE_CODE	Critical	Bounty
https://plugins.matomo.org/developer/matomo-org	SOURCE_CODE	Critical	Bounty
matomo.cloud	URL	Critical	Bounty
org.piwik.mobile2	GOOGLE_PLAY_APP_ID	Medium	No Bounty

Out-of-Scope Assets

• api.matomo.org
• forum.matomo.org
• matomo.org
• plugins.matomo.org
• shop.matomo.org

Tips for Hacking Matomo

1. Read the policy — Understand what's in scope, out of scope, and any specific testing restrictions before you start.
2. Enumerate the attack surface — Use subdomain enumeration and directory bruteforcing to map all accessible endpoints.
3. Focus on high-impact bugs — Look for SQL injection, SSRF, and IDOR vulnerabilities first.
4. Test authentication flows — Check for OAuth misconfigurations and CSRF in login/signup flows.
5. 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 Matomo?

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 Matomo pay bounties?

Yes, Matomo offers monetary rewards for valid security vulnerabilities.

What types of vulnerabilities does Matomo accept?

Matomo accepts reports for vulnerabilities found in their 9 in-scope assets. Common accepted vulnerability types include XSS, SQL injection, SSRF, IDOR, authentication bypass, and RCE. Check the program policy for specific exclusions.