One Random Search Led Me to Exposed PDFs During a Bug Bounty Hunt

Description and use

The author discovered exposed PDFs during a bug bounty hunt, reported them, and received a bounty.

Problem

Exposed PDFs containing sensitive data were discovered during a bug bounty hunt.

Outcome

The author discovered exposed PDFs, reported them, and earned a bug bounty.

Workflow

• 1. Conduct a random search for publicly accessible files.
• 2. Identify PDF files that are not intended for public access.
• 3. Verify the content of the PDFs for sensitive information.
• 4. Report the exposure to the bug bounty program.
• 5. Receive bounty payment.

Evidence

One Random Search Led Me to Exposed PDFs During a Bug Bounty Hunt

Source