Apple Security Bounty Program: Win Up to Rs 16 Crore by Hacking iPhone Security

Apple's Security Bounty Program, launched in 2022, invites expert coders and security researchers worldwide to find vulnerabilities in Apple products like iPhone, Apple Watch, and Mac. Those who successfully demonstrate exploits by breaching Apple’s security can earn rewards ranging from thousands to crores of rupees.

Prize Details:

• Rewards start at $5,000 (about Rs 4.37 lakh) and go up to $2 million (around Rs 16 crore), depending on the type and impact of the vulnerability.

• Physical access attack: Up to $250,000 (~Rs 2.18 crore)

• Attack via user-installed app: Up to $150,000 (~Rs 1.31 crore)

• Network attack with user interaction: Up to $250,000 (~Rs 2.18 crore)

• Zero-click network attack without user interaction: Up to $1 million (~Rs 8.74 crore)

• Remote attack on private cloud compute: Also up to $1 million (~Rs 8.74 crore)

• Grand prize for bypassing iPhone Lockdown Mode security: $2 million (~Rs 17.49 crore)

Lockdown Mode is Apple’s advanced protection designed to guard users against very sophisticated digital threats. Successfully hacking this mode represents the highest level of security breach and earns the biggest reward.

Important Notes:

• The program covers Apple’s own hardware and software products, including iPhone, Apple Watch and Mac.

• Vulnerabilities related to Apple Pay, phishing, social engineering, or third-party services are excluded.

• Apple emphasizes reporting vulnerabilities with detailed proof-of-concept to qualify for maximum rewards.

• Researchers must adhere to Apple’s policies including confidentiality and responsible disclosure.

This bounty program is a lucrative opportunity not just for skilled hackers but for security researchers who help strengthen Apple’s ecosystem by responsibly uncovering security flaws. The huge cash prizes reflect Apple’s commitment to privacy and security for its global users.