Daniel Morais
About Daniel Morais
Daniel Morais is a seasoned security researcher with extensive experience in identifying and reporting vulnerabilities. He has worked with multiple organizations and platforms, including Bugcrowd, HackerOne, and YesWeHack, and has been recognized for his contributions to the cybersecurity field.
Work at Bugcrowd
Daniel Morais has been working at Bugcrowd as a Security Researcher since 2018. In this role, he engages in identifying and reporting vulnerabilities, contributing to the platform's mission of improving cybersecurity through collaborative efforts. His work involves analyzing security issues and providing insights that help organizations strengthen their defenses.
Education and Expertise
Daniel Morais earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Analysis and Systems Development from the University of São Paulo, studying from 2015 to 2019. He also studied Mechanical Machining at SENAI from 2013 to 2015. His educational background provides a foundation for his expertise in cybersecurity, particularly in vulnerability assessment and penetration testing.
Background
Before his current roles, Daniel worked as a Penetration Tester at Encora Inc. from 2020 to 2022. He also served as an IT Business Analyst at Matao Clinicas E Amhma Saude from 2018 to 2020. His diverse background in both technical and analytical roles has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity challenges.
Achievements
Daniel has reported and validated approximately 700 vulnerabilities across various high-profile companies and organizations. He is recognized in the Security Hall of Fame for over 200 companies, highlighting his significant contributions to the field of cybersecurity. Additionally, he has authored security and hacking write-ups on Medium, sharing insights and techniques with the cybersecurity community.
Current Roles and Engagements
In addition to his position at Bugcrowd, Daniel Morais is currently a Security Researcher at YesWeHack, HackerOne, and HackenProof, all since 2019. He also serves as the Chief Executive Officer at VSec in São Paulo, Brazil. His active involvement in multiple bug bounty platforms showcases his commitment to identifying and reporting vulnerabilities in various applications and infrastructures.