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Chapter 7: IoT Security and Blockchain

IoT security is essential due to the proliferation of devices and the unique risks they face. Key techniques include device identity management, secure boot, advanced threat modeling, and intrusion detection systems. Blockchain technology enhances security by offering immutable records and transparency, allowing for trustworthy and automated IoT transactions.

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Sections

  • 1

    Device Identity Management And Secure Boot

    This section focuses on the importance of device identity management and secure boot in IoT security.

  • 1.1

    Device Identity Management

    Device identity management ensures that IoT devices are uniquely identifiable and trusted, utilizing processes for authentication, provisioning, and lifecycle management.

  • 1.2

    Secure Boot

    Secure Boot is a security mechanism ensuring that a device runs only trusted software, thereby preventing malware and unauthorized modifications.

  • 2

    Advanced Threat Modeling And Intrusion Detection

    This section covers advanced methods of threat modeling and intrusion detection in IoT, highlighting their roles in safeguarding security.

  • 2.1

    Threat Modeling In Iot

    Threat modeling in IoT is a proactive process to identify potential security risks and develop effective mitigation strategies.

  • 2.2

    Intrusion Detection Systems (Ids) For Iot

    This section discusses Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) for IoT, focusing on their types and the unique challenges they face.

  • 3

    Blockchain For Secure Transactions And Audit Trails

    This section discusses how blockchain enhances security in IoT systems by providing a decentralized and immutable ledger for secure transactions and audit trails.

  • 3.1

    Why Blockchain In Iot?

    Blockchain technology enhances security in IoT environments by providing immutable, transparent transaction records and establishing trust without a central authority.

  • 3.2

    Blockchain Use Cases In Iot Security

    This section discusses how blockchain technology enhances IoT security through secure device authentication, data provenance, smart contracts, and immutable audit trails.

  • 3.3

    Challenges And Considerations

    This section explores key challenges in integrating blockchain within IoT environments, including scalability, energy consumption, and integration complexity.

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