Automation vs. Manual Hacking: Which One Wins in Bug Bounty?
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Summary
The debate around automation vs manual hacking continues among bug bounty hunters, with opinions divided on whether one should focus on leveraging tools or manual testing.
This article explores the benefits and strengths of both approaches, with a focus on automation and its advantages in terms of speed, efficiency and coverage.
It provides a list of recommended tools bug bounty hunters can use for automation, including Amass, Subfinder, Nuclei, ffuf, Gf, and custom scripts, among others.
The article suggests that both automation and manual hacking techniques have their merits and combining them strategically can lead to better outcomes.
It also recommends keeping a well-balanced approach, staying updated with new tools and techniques, and continually refining skills to improve effectiveness in bug bounty hunting.