Duplicate avoidance

When it applies

Bug-bounty payouts go to the first valid report. On popular programs the obvious bugs on obvious assets are already found, so the skill is steering toward findings that are still unclaimed — and recognising when a bug you have is likely already in the queue.

Why it works

Duplication is a function of visibility and timing: the more hunters have seen an asset and the longer it's been in scope, the lower your odds on a surface-level bug. Freshness and novelty move you to the front of the line, where the same effort actually pays.