Simon Neil Reed

This inventor holds 23 USPTO granted patents and 4 published patent applications, primarily in Cybersecurity Threat Detection. Top assignees: Sophos Limited, Mcafee, Inc.. Active years: 2007-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Simon Neil Reed. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/simon-neil-reed

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

Calculating rank

USPTO Granted Patents = 23 (Patent Applications = 4)

% Patents Active = 91.3

Average Co-Inventor Count = 5.2

ph-index = 8

Forward Citations = 316(Granted Patents)

Company Filing History:

Years Active: 2007-2026

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Areas of Expertise:

Threat Detection

Malware Management

Cloud Environments

User Interface

Reputation Information

Endpoint Security

Dynamic Sandbox

Compromise Indicators

Boot Security

Decoupled Applications

Intermediate Level Threats

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23 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12670455 - Dynamically updated user interface for threat investigation (2026-06-30),

2. 12452252 - Self-optimizing deployment of decoupled threat management applications within cloud environments (2025-10-21),

3. 12425445 - Early malware detection (2025-09-23),

4. 12354043 - Computer augmented threat evaluation (2025-07-08),

5. 11853425 - Dynamic sandbox scarecrow for malware management (2023-12-26),

6. 11843631 - Detecting triggering events for distributed denial of service attacks (2023-12-12),

7. 11755974 - Computer augmented threat evaluation (2023-09-12),

8. 11552962 - Computer assisted identification of intermediate level threats (2023-01-10),

9. 11102238 - Detecting triggering events for distributed denial of service attacks (2021-08-24),

10. 10938838 - Computer augmented threat evaluation (2021-03-02),

11. 10778725 - Using indications of compromise for reputation based network security (2020-09-15),

12. 10762209 - Boot security (2020-09-01),

13. 10673902 - Labeling computing objects for improved threat detection (2020-06-02),

14. 10558800 - Labeling objects on an endpoint for encryption management (2020-02-11),

15. 10528739 - Boot security (2020-01-07),

Title: The Innovations of Simon Neil Reed: A Visionary in Cybersecurity

Introduction: Simon Neil Reed, an accomplished inventor based in Wokingham, GB, has made significant contributions to the field of cybersecurity, holding a total of 19 patents. His inventive spirit has led to groundbreaking advancements that aim to combat modern threats in the digital landscape.

Latest Patents: Among his latest innovations is the "Dynamic Sandbox Scarecrow for Malware Management." This invention addresses the challenges presented by malware that evades detection in closely monitored environments. By dynamically updating the security system to exploit anti-sandbox techniques, Simon's invention helps to discourage malware execution on endpoints and enhances sandbox environments to mask detection triggers.

Another notable patent is focused on "Detecting Triggering Events for Distributed Denial of Service Attacks." This invention provides a method for monitoring enterprise network endpoints. It identifies potential triggers for DDoS attacks and isolates endpoints recognized as bots to prevent further network disruption, providing an effective remediation pathway.

Career Highlights: Throughout his career, Simon has contributed his expertise to renowned companies such as Sophos Limited and McAfee, Inc. His work in these organizations has been pivotal in the development of strategies and technologies aimed at fortifying cybersecurity measures and safeguarding enterprises from evolving digital threats.

Collaborations: Simon has had the privilege of collaborating with industry talents like Kenneth D. Ray and Andrew James Thomas. These partnerships have fostered an environment of innovation, allowing them to pool their knowledge and resources to tackle some of the most pressing security challenges faced by organizations today.

Conclusion: Simon Neil Reed's innovative spirit and determination have established him as a leading figure in the cybersecurity world. With 19 patents to his name, his contributions continue to shape the future of digital security, providing robust solutions against malware and DDoS attacks. As technology evolves, the impact of Simon's work will undoubtedly resonate within the industry for years to come.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.

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