Bugcrowd

API

Programmatic access to Bugcrowd’s bug bounty platform for issue tracking and workflow automation

Overview

The Bugcrowd API enables programmatic interaction with its bug bounty platform, allowing users to track reported security issues, update statuses, manage program details, and retrieve submission data. Responses are JSON-formatted, adhering to RESTful principles. Key use cases include integrating bug tracking into internal security tools, automating issue triage workflows, generating custom compliance reports, and syncing bounty data with project management systems like Jira. It supports API key authentication for secure access to enterprise-grade bug bounty operations.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


fetch('https://docs.bugcrowd.com/api/getting-started/')
  .then(res => res.json())
  .then(data => console.log(data))
  .catch(err => console.error(err));

Key Features

RESTful Architecture
JSON Response Format
Issue Tracking & Updates
Program Metadata Access
API Key Authentication

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Bugcrowd API free to use?

No, the Bugcrowd API is accessible only to users with active paid subscriptions to Bugcrowd's bug bounty platform.

? Does it require an API Key?

Yes, you need an API key for authentication, which can be generated from your Bugcrowd account settings.

? What is the response format?

All Bugcrowd API endpoints return responses in JSON format for easy parsing and integration.

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Tool Info

Pricing Paid

Category Security

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Automates Bug Bounty Workflows
⊕ Integrates with Enterprise Tools
⊕ Real-time Issue Status Sync
⊕ Comprehensive Submission Data

Cons

⊖ Paid Subscription Required
⊖ Rate Limits Applied
⊖ Platform-Specific Usage
⊖ Steep Learning Curve for Advanced Operations