Simon Scannell
About Simon Scannell
Simon Scannell is a Vulnerability Researcher specializing in security issues within PHP applications. He has worked at RIPS Technologies and currently holds a position at SonarSource, where he focuses on identifying vulnerabilities in applications like WordPress and Magento.
Work at SonarSource
Simon Scannell has been employed at SonarSource as a Vulnerability Researcher since 2021. In this role, he focuses on identifying security vulnerabilities within software applications, particularly those developed in PHP. His work contributes to enhancing the security posture of various applications and assists in the development of tools that help developers identify and mitigate vulnerabilities.
Previous Experience at RIPS Technologies
Before joining SonarSource, Simon Scannell worked at RIPS Technologies as a Security Researcher from 2018 to 2019. During his tenure in the Bochum Area, Germany, he focused on security research, contributing to the identification and analysis of vulnerabilities in web applications. This experience laid the foundation for his current role in vulnerability research.
Education and Expertise
Simon Scannell studied at IT.Schule Stuttgart, where he earned his High School Diploma from 2015 to 2018. His education provided him with a solid foundation in information technology, which he has built upon through self-directed learning in vulnerability research. He specializes in identifying vulnerabilities in widely-used PHP applications, including WordPress and Magento.
Vulnerability Discovery
Simon Scannell has a notable achievement in discovering a vulnerability in the Horde webmail application. This vulnerability has been present since late 2012, highlighting his ability to identify long-standing security issues within software. His work in this area underscores his focus on improving security in PHP applications.