Hey everyone!
I wanted to share a milestone that genuinely means a lot to me. My name, Dev Kumar Verma, is now listed in the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluruβs Responsible Vulnerability Disclosure Programme (RVDP) Hall of Fame.
On September 9, 2026, I submitted a report to IISc regarding a web security issue. After receiving an email acknowledging the report and confirming that it was under review, seeing my name listed on the Hall of Fame was a genuinely rewarding moment.
I started exploring web security out of curiosity and gradually became interested in understanding how websites work, identifying potential security issues, documenting findings, and reporting them responsibly.
For me, this experience is about more than recognition. It reinforces the importance of patience, continuous learning, clear communication, and responsible security research.
I would like to sincerely appreciate the IISc security team for their communication and professionalism throughout the process. Responsible disclosure programmes play an important role in encouraging ethical security research, and it's encouraging to see institutions like IISc provide a process through which researchers can report potential issues responsibly.
I'm grateful for this experience and motivated to continue learning, improving my skills, and contributing to a safer digital environment.
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I'm still learning and have a long way to go, but this is a milestone I'll remember for a long time.
I'd love to hear your thoughts and experiences with responsible disclosure. Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments, and if you're interested in connecting, let's connect on LinkedIn!
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dev-kumar-verma-/
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