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Blockchain Security

ALEX MORRIS One of the primary reasons blockchain systems have received widespread attention has been their ability to provide secure networks without trusting a central entity. Despite this, there are some limitations of the blockchain approach, and understanding them is key to properly deploying new products and solutions. We’re here to help. If you have any questions or feedback about this course please email us at info@theblockchaininstitute.org – we’d love to hear from you!

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Technical Overview

Before we dive into the details of security, we'll review the various blockchains available as platforms for development, and how they differ.

Primer & Introduction

Protecting Digital Keys

Independence Is Essential

Managing Your Keys

Individual Account Compromise

Cryptocurrency Wallets

HD Wallets & Seed Phrases

Attack Vectors and Prevention

For each of the limits of a system, there are a number of ways that a malicious party might exploit them for personal gain. In this module, we'll review the various attacks and provide some suggestions as to how they can be mitigated.

Centralized Points of Failure

51% Attack / Network Hijack

Bad Data & DoS

Keeping Yourself Secure

Next Steps

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