👑Reputation
Documentation regarding how reputation works on Cantina
Reputation score
The reputation score measures a researcher's contributions based on the quality and outcome of their submissions. It ranges from 0 to 100 points and reflects reliability and expertise. All new users start with a baseline of 50 points. Points are added or subtracted according to the rules below.
Benefits of a high reputation score
This score represents a high signal to clients that indicates said individual's performance and track record across all Cantina competitions.
Having a high reputation score above or equal to 80 allows the researcher to submit issues without requiring POCs, as these individuals have proven to be more likely to submit valid findings.
More benefits to come soon...
How can I improve my reputation score?
Through participating and submitting high-quality valid findings and following the scoring metrics listed below:
Scoring Rules for Reputations
Confirmed Findings
Points are added for confirmed findings based on severity:
Critical/High Severity: +5 points
Medium Severity: +3 points
Low/Informational/Gas Severity: +1 point
Negative Outcomes
Points are subtracted for the following:
Spam Findings: –5 points
Rejected Findings: –3 points
Rejected Escalations: TBD
Submission Quality Multiplier
Each submission is evaluated for quality, which acts as a multiplier on points gained or lost:
Low: –10% of points Medium: No change (baseline) High: +20% of points
Examples
Example 1: Confirmed High Severity Finding with High Quality
Base Points: +5 (for confirmed high severity)
Quality Multiplier: +20% (High Quality)
Calculation:
Quality Bonus: 5 points × 20% = +1 point
Total Points Gained: 5 + 1 = +6 points
Updated Reputation Score:
Starting Score: 50
New Score: 50 + 6 = 56 points
Example 2: Rejected Finding with Low Quality
Base Points: –3 (for rejected finding)
Quality Multiplier: –10% (Low Quality)
Calculation:
Quality Penalty: abs(-3 points) x (-10%) = -0.3 points
Total points lost: -3 - 0.3 = -3.3
Updated Reputation Score:
Starting Score: 50
New Score: 50 – 3.3 = 46.7 points
Example 3: Spam Finding
Base Points: –5 (for spam finding)
Quality Multiplier: Not applicable
Updated Reputation Score:
Starting Score: 50
New Score: 50 – 5 = 45 points
Example 4: Rejected Escalation
Base Points: –3 (for rejected escalation)
Quality Multiplier: Not specified, assume baseline
Updated Reputation Score:
Starting Score: 50
New Score: 50 – 3 = 47 points
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