InfoWorld Honors TruSecure's Peter Tippett as One of the 'Most Influential' CTOs; World-Renowned Leader in Information Security Among Elite Group of IT Executives

Business Wire, Dec 16, 2002

Business Editors/High-Tech Writers

HERNDON, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 16, 2002

InfoWorld Media Group, the provider of in-depth analysis of enterprise technology and strategies through its integrated online, print, research and events channels, announced the "25 Most Influential CTOs"-- an exemplary group of IT executives whose innovative efforts continue to generate success despite a challenging economic landscape. TruSecure(R) CTO Dr. Peter Tippett is selected as one of the year's prominent IT executives that represent the most innovative, visionary and results-driven IT executives.

"This is a great honor, and I'm thrilled to be recognized by InfoWorld as one of the 25 Most Influential CTOs. It's gratifying to know that challenging the status quo still has a place in pushing forth technological innovation," said Peter Tippett, CTO, TruSecure Corporation. "Many organizations still feel the need to put in place costly, inefficient, reactive information security programs, and I feel very strongly that these ineffective practices must be contested. Proactive risk mitigation has proven time and time again to be the approach for lower total cost of security."

Peter Tippett is a well-known leader in information security. He specializes in utilizing large-scale risk models and research to create pragmatic, corporate-wide security, saving organizations billions of dollars annually by analyzing and forecasting security risks. Dr. Tippett studied under two different Nobel Prize laureates at Rockefeller University and has both an MD and a Ph.D. from Case Western Reserve University. He is widely credited with creating the first commercial anti-virus product, which later became the Norton Anti-virus. Tippett has briefed and consulted with Congress, the Senate, the Joint Chiefs of Staff and numerous large and medium-sized organizations and governments on practical approaches to computer security.

The InfoWorld 25 Most Influential CTOs recognize IT executives who represent diverse industries. From the auto and travel industries to security services and the U.S. federal government, these executives have helped their companies generate revenue, introduced strategic innovation, streamlined processes and infrastructure, and wield influence both inside and outside their organizations. InfoWorld celebrates the achievements of these CTOs and profiles Dr. Tippett along with other honorees in the December 9th issue.

The InfoWorld "25 Most Influential CTOs"

InfoWorld's team of top editors and its CTO Advisory Council chose honorees based on criteria such as the nominee's demonstration of leadership and influence, technological innovation, and results. For more information about the award and how recipients were chosen, visit http://www.infoworld.com/cto/ct25ctos.html.> About IDG's InfoWorld Media Group

InfoWorld Media Group delivers in-depth analysis of enterprise technology and strategies combined to deliver insight into vital business solutions through its integrated online, print, research and events channels. In an era when technology is more critical to business success than ever before, InfoWorld Media Group provides senior IT level expertise for executives such as CTOs and CIOs on how technology drives specific business benefits such as revenue growth, relationship management, and enhancing organizational efficiencies.

InfoWorld Media Group's coverage of key technologies, products and trends that assist IT professionals in leveraging technology for business advantage is substantiated by original research done in InfoWorld's $23 million, dedicated multi-platform, enterprise test center. Since 1978, InfoWorld has performed the industry's most trusted testing of technology and products. To learn more about InfoWorld, go to www.infoworld.com.

InfoWorld Media Group is a division of IDG, the world's leading technology media, research and event company. IDG publishes more than 300 magazines and newspapers and offers online users the largest network of technology-specific sites around the world through IDG.net (www.idg.net), which comprises more than 330 targeted Web sites in 80 countries. IDG is also a leading producer of 168 computer-related events worldwide, and IDG's research company, IDC, provides global market intelligence and advice through 51 offices in 43 countries worldwide. Company information is available at www.idg.com.

About TruSecure

TruSecure is a leading security services provider, offering the only fully integrated, enterprise risk management services on the market. TruSecure's unique blend of proactive risk reduction with real-time security management, monitoring and response assures continuous security of critical business information assets. TruSecure Certification has become a globally recognized symbol of commitment to effective information security in an interconnected economy. Additionally, TruSecure owns the independently operated ICSA Labs(R) and Information Security(R) magazine. Headquartered in Herndon, VA, TruSecure protects more than 700 sites worldwide, with operations in North America, Central America, Europe and Asia Pacific. For more information about TruSecure Corporation, visit www.TruSecure.com.