Blockchain-Based Authentication in IoT Networks

Chi Ho Lau, Kai Hau Yeung Alan, Fan Yan

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Abstract

IoT networks are designed to connect as many devices as possible. Since any device can be connected to an IoT network, it faces an authentication issue, which may be exploited by attackers to break into the IoT network. A solution discussed in this paper is to make use of blockchain technology to authenticate IoT devices before it joins an IoT network. Based on the characteristics of blockchain, it can be used to create the digital identification of IoT devices and authenticate them. Authenticated Devices Configuration Protocol (ADCP) is proposed to achieve this authentication process. All results of the solution have been demonstrated by a fully working implementation, and do not solely rely on theoretical considerations or simulations.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationDSC 2018 - 2018 IEEE Conference on Dependable and Secure Computing
ISBN (Electronic)9781538657904
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 23 Jan 2019
Externally publishedYes
Event2018 IEEE Conference on Dependable and Secure Computing, DSC 2018 - Kaohsiung, Taiwan, Province of China
Duration: 10 Dec 201813 Dec 2018

Publication series

NameDSC 2018 - 2018 IEEE Conference on Dependable and Secure Computing

Conference

Conference2018 IEEE Conference on Dependable and Secure Computing, DSC 2018
Country/TerritoryTaiwan, Province of China
CityKaohsiung
Period10/12/1813/12/18

Keywords

  • IoT
  • blockchain
  • security

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