Inside Atlassian’s Bug Bounty Program: Continuous Testing for Continuous Trust

When it comes to evaluating cloud apps for your Jira or Confluence environment, security is not just a checkbox. It is a continuous responsibility. In today’s world of fast-moving vulnerabilities, static audits and one-off reviews are no longer enough.

That is why Atlassian’s Marketplace Security Bug Bounty Program matters.

This initiative represents a modern and proactive approach to cloud app security. Instead of relying on vendors to self-report or run occasional tests, it brings in vetted, professional security researchers to actively and continuously test apps for vulnerabilities, all under Atlassian’s oversight.

Let’s explore how this program works, what makes it different, and why it is beneficial for your organization.

What is Atlassian’s Bug Bounty Program?

Atlassian’s Marketplace Security Bug Bounty Program is a collaboration with Bugcrowd, a platform that connects ethical hackers with companies seeking to uncover security flaws before malicious actors do.

Here is how it works:

• Approved apps on the Atlassian Marketplace are enrolled in a private, invite-only testing environment.
• Security researchers, who are vetted and trusted by Atlassian and Bugcrowd, examine these apps using real-world techniques.
• When a valid vulnerability is found, it is responsibly disclosed to the app vendor and Atlassian.
• The issue is tracked, patched, and resolved, with public disclosure when appropriate.

This is not a one-time certification. The program runs continuously, meaning apps are under constant review and are monitored for new and evolving threats.

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Why Continuous Testing Beats Static Audits

Many IT and security teams are familiar with third-party app assessments or one-time security reviews. While these can be helpful, they only offer a snapshot at a single point in time.

By contrast, the bug bounty program offers:

• Ongoing evaluation of app security in real time
• External validation by trusted security professionals
• Faster issue resolution with Atlassian oversight
• Greater transparency through public vulnerability disclosures

This means organizations can feel more confident that participating apps are being actively monitored and maintained to address new risks.

Ricksoft’s Participation and Commitment

At Ricksoft, we have enrolled our key apps in Atlassian’s Bug Bounty Program as part of our long-term commitment to transparency, reliability, and proactive security.

Our apps also qualify for multiple Atlassian trust programs that complement this effort:

• Built on Forge – Uses a secure, serverless architecture hosted entirely by Atlassian
• Runs on Atlassian – Hosted and operated fully within Atlassian’s infrastructure, with admin-controlled data egress and residency
• Cloud Fortified – Delivers enterprise-grade support, performance SLAs, and security scanning

This stack represents more than technical compliance. It reflects our values as a developer and our belief that security should be built in from the start.

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Why it Matters for Security and IT Teams

If you are tasked with managing risk or approving apps within your Jira or Confluence environment, this program should be on your radar.

Apps that participate in Atlassian’s Bug Bounty Program:

• Lower your vendor risk
• Simplify internal app review and approval processes
• Improve confidence in production environments
• Reflect vendor maturity and accountability

For teams in finance, healthcare, the public sector, or other regulated industries, these assurances are especially important.

You cannot secure what you do not understand. As Atlassian Marketplace apps become more central to how teams work in the cloud, initiatives like the Bug Bounty Program bring more clarity and trust to the ecosystem.

At Ricksoft, we are proud to be part of this higher standard.

If your team is evaluating apps for secure deployment, check whether the vendor is enrolled in the bug bounty program. It is one of the clearest indicators that a vendor takes continuous security seriously.