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Blockchain Security

Learn blockchain security and the considerations needed across all layers of the blockchain ecosystem in this series of blockchain security courses.
9 hours, 7 minutes
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What you will learn

Become a proficient blockchain security expert with our comprehensive learning path. Delve into the intricacies of blockchain security and gain a deep understanding of its inner workings at every level. From cryptographic primitives to network nodes and smart contracts, this course covers all the crucial aspects of securing blockchain systems.

Through this carefully curated learning path, you will acquire essential knowledge and skills that empower you to safeguard blockchain networks against potential threats. This extensive exploration of blockchain security will help you develop a strong foundation in this rapidly evolving field.

 

Who is this learning path for?

 

Whether you are a beginner seeking foundational understanding or an experienced professional aiming to expand your expertise, these courses provide valuable insights into the principles, best practices and unique security considerations within blockchain security. If you fall into one of these categories, this learning path is for you:

  • SOC Analysts or Information Risk Analyst: Gain insights into blockchain security and identify potential vulnerabilities and attack vectors in blockchain ecosystems.
  • Cybersecurity Beginners or professionals in computer science, cryptography or related fields: Expand your understanding of blockchain security and its applications.
  • Secure Coders and IT professionals: Understand the security considerations of blockchain technology and learn how to implement secure blockchain solutions.
  • Cybersecurity professionals: Specialize in blockchain security and develop expertise in safeguarding blockchain networks against potential threats.
  • Blockchain enthusiasts: Enhance your knowledge and proficiency in blockchain security and gain insights into securing blockchain ecosystems.

 

What you will learn at the end of this learning path

 

  • Attain comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in securing blockchain networks and mitigating security risks.
  • Gain a deep understanding of the intricacies of safeguarding blockchain ecosystems, including cryptographic protocols, consensus mechanisms and network security.
  • Acquire the expertise to identify vulnerabilities within blockchain systems and apply effective measures to mitigate them.
  • Learn the necessary skills to develop secure blockchain applications, ensuring the integrity, confidentiality and availability of data within the blockchain.
  • Be well-prepared to tackle the unique security challenges associated with blockchain technology and contribute to the advancement of secure blockchain implementations.
 

Syllabus

Blockchain Security Skill Assessment

Assessment - 30 questions
Fundamentals of Blockchain Security

Course - 01:22:00
This course introduces the fundamentals of blockchain security. Early videos describe the foundational concepts of blockchain and how the components of the blockchain are put together to provide these properties. Later videos discuss the cryptography used in blockchain technology, describing how public-key cryptography and hash functions are used in blockchain and their security considerations.
Consensus Algorithm Security

Course - 01:28:00
Consensus algorithms are essential to a distributed, decentralized ledger, where a network of nodes must agree on an official version of the ledger without a central authority. This course describes the underlying principles of consensus algorithms, how two of the primary consensus algorithms work under the hood and how they can be attacked.
Blockchain in Action

Course - 01:17:00
After understanding the different components of the blockchain, it is possible to discuss its security as a whole. This course investigates how blocks are created in the blockchain (and how block creation can be attacked) as well as discussing attacks targeting blockchain nodes and the network that ties them together and enables communication.
Smart Contract Security

Course - 01:43:00
Smart contract platforms are an extension of the original blockchain design, enabling fully functional programs to run “on the blockchain.” This course describes what a smart contract is and explores programming vulnerabilities that exist because a smart contract is a program, runs on a blockchain or is implemented on the Ethereum smart contract platform.
Beyond the Basics of Blockchain

Course - 00:55:00
So far, this learning path has been focused on blockchain-based distributed ledgers. This course goes beyond this view to discuss how the blockchain protocol can be replaced (using different underlying architectures), expanded (with second-layer protocols) or improved (using advanced cryptographic primitives) to overcome some of the limitations of blockchain technology.
Blockchain Security Project

Project - 02:12:00
You'll begin by organizing information into a valid block. Then you'll answer questions related to proposed solutions to the 51% attack and performing a double-spend attack on a Proof of Stake blockchain. Finally, you'll identify smart contract vulnerabilities and the importance of binding values.

Meet the author

Howard Poston is a copywriter, author, and course developer with experience in cybersecurity and blockchain security, cryptography, and malware analysis. He has an MS in Cyber Operations, a decade of experience in cybersecurity, and over five years of experience as a freelance consultant providing training and content creation for cyber and blockchain security. He is also the creator of over a dozen cybersecurity courses, has authored two books, and has spoken at numerous cybersecurity conferences. He can be reached by email at howard@howardposton.com or via his website at https://www.howardposton.com.

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How to claim CPEs

Should you complete this learning path, you’ll be able to download a certificate of completion. Use this to claim your CPEs or CPUs.

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