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Capital.com launches public bug bounty programme with Intigriti

Thu, 22nd Aug 2024

Capital.com, a retail trading platform and global fintech group, has announced the launch of its public bug bounty programme. This initiative, hosted on the Intigriti platform, reflects the company's commitment to maintaining high cybersecurity standards and ensuring the safety of its users' assets and data.

The programme is designed to attract security researchers and ethical hackers worldwide to identify and report potential software security vulnerabilities within Capital.com's platforms. Participants can earn cash rewards based on the severity and impact of the vulnerabilities they uncover.

Pavel Krasilevich, Head of IT Security at Capital.com, commented on the new initiative: “At Capital.com, we take our responsibility to protect our customers seriously. By launching this public bug bounty programme, we are not only opening our doors to the brightest minds in cybersecurity but also taking active steps to stay ahead of potential threats. This initiative reflects our proactive approach to safeguarding our platform and users, and we are excited to collaborate with the global cybersecurity community to help ensure our platform remains both trusted and secure.”

Capital.com is a prominent retail trading platform and global fintech group known for providing a wide range of trading and investment services. With a focus on delivering a user-friendly and innovative trading experience, Capital.com offers access to a diverse array of financial instruments, including stocks, indices, commodities, and cryptocurrencies. The platform emphasises transparency, low fees, and advanced trading tools to cater to novice and experienced traders. Capital.com’s commitment to leveraging cutting-edge technology and maintaining high customer service standards has established it as a significant player in the fintech industry.

Intigriti is a European platform specialising in crowdsourced security testing and bug bounty programs. By connecting organisations with a global network of ethical hackers and security researchers, Intigriti enables businesses to enhance their cybersecurity measures through collaborative efforts. The platform allows companies to set up bug bounty programs and vulnerability disclosure programs, offering a structured approach for identifying and addressing security weaknesses. Intigriti’s model helps organisations uncover potential vulnerabilities and fosters a responsible and innovative approach to cybersecurity.

The launch of Capital.com’s public bug bounty program on Intigriti underscores the company's dedication to cybersecurity and its proactive stance on protecting user data. By engaging with the global community of security experts through Intigriti, Capital.com aims to strengthen its platform’s security framework and address potential vulnerabilities effectively. This initiative highlights the importance of continuous security evaluation and demonstrates Capital.com’s commitment to providing its users with a safe and secure trading environment.

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