James Dolan (computer security expert)

James Dolan
Born(1981-07-20)July 20, 1981
DiedDecember 27, 2017(2017-12-27) (aged 36)
Brooklyn, New York, U.S.
NationalityAmerican
Other namesJames S. Dolan
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OccupationComputer security expert
Years active1999–2017
OrganizationFreedom of the Press Foundation
Known forCo-developer of SecureDrop

James S. Dolan (July 20, 1981 – December 27, 2017) was an American computer security expert who, with Aaron Swartz and Kevin Poulsen, co-developed SecureDrop, a widely used secure digital platform for sources to anonymously submit materials to journalists.[1]

  1. ^ Timm, Trevor (9 January 2018). "A tribute to James Dolan, co-creator of SecureDrop, who has tragically passed away at age 36". Freedom of the Press Foundation.