About
Brian Rutherford
Independent security researcher focused on AI security, covert channel analysis, and LLM vulnerability research. Author of the PHANTOM protocol research and the phantom-detect detection tool.
Military Service
USMC Reconnaissance — 3 combat deployments to Iraq (2005-2007). Bronze Star with Combat Distinguishing Device. Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal with Combat Distinguishing Device.
Research Focus
AI security vulnerability research. Covert channel analysis in LLM outputs. Structural encoding techniques. Detection methodology for in-band exfiltration vectors.
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MWRASP
MWRASP is a research initiative focused on identifying and addressing security vulnerabilities in AI systems. The PHANTOM protocol research is the primary output of this initiative.
A project of 825 Whiskey Sierra LLC.