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Auction Site To Sell Security Vulnerabilities

talkinsecurity writes "A Swiss research lab has built an eBay-like marketplace where hackers and researchers can sell the security vulnerabilities they discover to the highest bidder. WabiSabiLabi could replace the back-room, secret sites where researchers and hackers used to sell their exploits and replace them with a neat, clean way to make money by finding security flaws. Those who have seen the site say they are concerned about how the buyers will be vetted, and how the marketplace will ensure the flaws aren't found through illegal methods."

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  1. Now bidding by nrgy · · Score: 5, Funny

    System - Microsoft Windows
    Flaw - You name it
    Bid - 1 beeeeellllion dollars

  2. Self Exploitation by Alchemist253 · · Score: 5, Funny

    I wonder how long it will be before someday auctions a vulnerability discovered in the auction site itself.