Vercel Open Source Bug Bounty Program

Program Overview

Vercel Open Source runs a bug bounty program on HackerOne. The program has 17 in-scope assets and is managed by HackerOne's triage team.

In-Scope Assets

Asset	Type	Max Severity	Eligible
Tier 1	OTHER	Critical	Bounty
Tier 2	OTHER	Critical	Bounty
Tier 3	OTHER	Critical	Bounty
https://github.com/nitrojs/nitro	SOURCE_CODE	Critical	Bounty
https://github.com/nuxt/nuxt	SOURCE_CODE	Critical	Bounty
https://github.com/sveltejs/svelte	SOURCE_CODE	Critical	Bounty
https://github.com/vercel-labs/agent-skills	SOURCE_CODE	Critical	Bounty
https://github.com/vercel-labs/skills	SOURCE_CODE	Critical	Bounty
https://github.com/vercel/ai	SOURCE_CODE	Critical	Bounty
https://github.com/vercel/async-sema	SOURCE_CODE	Critical	Bounty
https://github.com/vercel/flags	SOURCE_CODE	Critical	Bounty
https://github.com/vercel/ms	SOURCE_CODE	Critical	Bounty
https://github.com/vercel/next.js	SOURCE_CODE	Critical	Bounty
https://github.com/vercel/swr	SOURCE_CODE	Critical	Bounty
https://github.com/vercel/turborepo	SOURCE_CODE	Critical	Bounty
https://github.com/vercel/vercel	SOURCE_CODE	Critical	Bounty
https://github.com/vercel/workflow	SOURCE_CODE	Critical	Bounty

Tips for Hacking Vercel Open Source

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 Vercel Open Source?

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 Vercel Open Source pay bounties?

Yes, Vercel Open Source offers monetary rewards for valid security vulnerabilities.

What types of vulnerabilities does Vercel Open Source accept?

Vercel Open Source accepts reports for vulnerabilities found in their 17 in-scope assets. Common accepted vulnerability types include XSS, SQL injection, SSRF, IDOR, authentication bypass, and RCE. Check the program policy for specific exclusions.