Moxie Marlinspike
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| Moxie Marlinspike | |
|---|---|
| Citizenship | US |
| Fields | Computer Science |
| Institutions | Whisper Systems |
| Known for | Software Architect Convergence (SSL) Whisper Systems |
Moxie Marlinspike (born Matthew Rosenfeld[1]), is a computer security researcher. He has discovered several high-profile computer-related security problems, is well known for work with both secure protocols and Android.
He was the CTO and co-founder of Whisper Systems,[2] is a member of the Institute For Disruptive Studies,[3] runs a cloud-based WPA cracking service,[4] manages the GoogleSharing targeted anonymity service,[5] and is the author of the Convergence SSL authenticity system.[6] In November 2011, Twitter announced that it would acquire Marlinspike's Whisper Systems for an undisclosed amount.[7]
[edit] References
- ^ http://interviews.slashdot.org/story/11/12/19/179256/moxie-marlinspike-answers-your-questions
- ^ CNet: WhisperCore App Encrypts All Data For Android
- ^ NetworkWorld: With SSL, who can you really trust?
- ^ PC World: New Cloud-Based Service Steals Wi-fi Passwords
- ^ Forbes: A Better Way To Hide From Google
- ^ Convergence
- ^ http://www.forbes.com/sites/andygreenberg/2011/11/28/twitter-acquires-moxie-marlinspikes-encryption-startup-whisper-systems/
