Google Temporarily Halts Open-Source Bug Bounty Program Due to AI-Generated Reports

Google has temporarily halted its open-source bug bounty program, citing a significant rise in automated submissions, the vast majority of which are not valid. The program, which rewards researchers for finding security vulnerabilities in open-source software, has been paused since October 1, 2026. Google has encouraged participants to explore other bug bounty programs, including the Patch Rewards Program, as an alternative.