The French government recently unveiled its France Identity application, marking a significant advancement in the digitalization of French citizens’ identities. In parallel, in collaboration with YesWeHack, they have launched a public Bug Bounty program, underlining their commitment to digital security and transparency.
What is France Identity?
France Identity aims to simplify the management and authentication of online identity, providing a secure alternative to physical copies of identity documents. This service facilitates the sending of authentic and secure digital identity documents for one-time use, marking a step towards improving online identity verification.
The Bug Bounty Program: A Three-Phase Security Crusade
The Bug Bounty program of France Identity unfolds in three distinct phases, beginning with an invitation round to around thirty ethical hackers, followed by the integration of new researchers, and finally opening up to the vast community of YesWeHack, consisting of over 35,000 experts. The goal is to continuously detect and mitigate any security vulnerabilities.
YesWeHack: A Trusted Partner in Cybersecurity
Having long collaborated with the French government, YesWeHack has established itself as a platform of choice for ethical hackers worldwide, aiming to strengthen the security of critical digital assets. This collaboration with France Identity strengthens YesWeHack’s role in protecting digital public services.
A Lucrative Challenge for Cybersecurity Experts
With rewards ranging from €100 to €25,000 depending on the severity and impact of the discovered vulnerabilities, this program represents an attractive challenge for all cybersecurity professionals.
Continuous Improvement and Source Code Transparency
France Identity is committed to gradually opening its source code, inviting greater scrutiny and improvement suggestions from the global community. This approach not only strengthens the security posture of the application but also adheres to the ethics of sharing and collaborative improvement.
France Identity’s public Bug Bounty program, in partnership with YesWeHack, represents a crucial step towards securing and transparency of government digital services, offering a unique opportunity for cybersecurity experts to put their skills to the test while contributing to the protection of the digital identity of French citizens.
