Peter G. Neumann, Who Warned of Computer Security Risks, Dies at 93
The New York Times • • technology
Key Points:
- Peter G. Neumann, a pioneering computer security researcher, died at age 93 due to complications from a recent fall.
- Neumann was inspired early on by Albert Einstein’s philosophy of simplicity, which influenced his lifelong work in addressing the complexities and risks in computer security.
- Since 1971, he worked at SRI International and was known for warning about recurring mistakes in the computer industry’s security practices.
- In 2010, Neumann led the DARPA-funded Cheri project, developing innovative hardware approaches to prevent execution of malicious software instructions, adopted by companies like Google and Microsoft.
- He remained active in his field up until his death, continuing work on advanced Pentagon-supported computer security designs.