Program Overview
Tenable runs a vulnerability disclosure program on HackerOne. The program has 15 in-scope assets and is managed by HackerOne's triage team.
In-Scope Assets
| Asset | Type | Max Severity | Eligible |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nessus | OTHER | Critical | No Bounty |
| Nessus Agent | OTHER | Critical | No Bounty |
| Nessus Network Monitor | OTHER | High | No Bounty |
| Tenable Attack Surface Management | OTHER | Critical | No Bounty |
| Tenable Cloud Security | OTHER | Critical | No Bounty |
| Tenable Core | OTHER | Critical | No Bounty |
| Tenable Enclave Security | DOWNLOADABLE_EXECUTABLES | Critical | No Bounty |
| Tenable Identity Exposure | OTHER | Critical | No Bounty |
| Tenable Lumin | OTHER | Critical | No Bounty |
| Tenable OT Security | OTHER | Critical | No Bounty |
| Tenable One Exposure Management Platform | OTHER | Critical | No Bounty |
| Tenable Security Center | OTHER | Critical | No Bounty |
| Tenable Sensor Proxy | DOWNLOADABLE_EXECUTABLES | Critical | No Bounty |
| Tenable Vulnerability Management | OTHER | Critical | No Bounty |
| Tenable Web Application Scanning | OTHER | Critical | No Bounty |
Out-of-Scope Assets
- Terrascan
- careers.tenable.com
- cloud.tenable.com
- community.tenable.com
- de.tenable.com
- developers.tenable.com
- docs.tenable.com
- fr.tenable.com
- go.tenable.com
- http://events.tenable.com
- login.tenable.com
- partners.tenable.com
- static.tenable.com
- suggestions.tenable.com
- university.tenable.com
- www.tenable.com
Tips for Hacking Tenable
- 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 Tenable?
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 Tenable pay bounties?
No, Tenable runs a Vulnerability Disclosure Program (VDP) without monetary rewards. You may receive recognition or swag.
What types of vulnerabilities does Tenable accept?
Tenable accepts reports for vulnerabilities found in their 15 in-scope assets. Common accepted vulnerability types include XSS, SQL injection, SSRF, IDOR, authentication bypass, and RCE. Check the program policy for specific exclusions.