BC-106: Blockchain Security

In this course, participants will learn about:

• Identifying and differentiating between security threats and attacks on a Blockchain network
• Blockchain security methods, best practices, risk mitigation, and more
• All known (to date) cyber-attack vectors on the Blockchain
• Performing Blockchain network security risk analysis
• A complete understanding of Blockchain’s inherent security features and risks
• An excellent knowledge of best security practices for Blockchain System/Network Administrators
• Demonstrating appropriate Blockchain data safeguarding techniques

Participants who attend this course will be able to demonstrate their ability to:

• Discuss fundamental Blockchain security
• Describe consensus in a Blockchain
• Understand and describe the various Blockchain security mechanisms
• Understand and describe what smart contract security entails
• Perform Blockchain risk assessments
• Securely implement business Blockchains
• Mitigate Network and System level vulnerabilities and attacks

While there's no require pre-requisites to attend this course, it is recommended that participants have fundamental knowledge on Blockchain. This can be achieved via completion of the following courses:

BC-101: Blockchain Fundamentals

This course provides a general overview of Blockchain technology. While technical in nature, the concepts discussed will be on a high level, and suitable for anyone with an interest to learn about Blockchain. 

BC-102: Blockchain Essentials

This 2-day course is designed for non-technical business executives who are tasked with making business decisions about leveraging Blockchain technology in their businesses.

Due to the in-depth focus on technical cyber-security methods, and the broad scope of this course, those with current cyber-security knowledge, Blockchain architecture, and/or experienced programmers will benefit the most from this course, including:

Target audience includes:

• Blockchain Architects
• Blockchain Developers
• Application Developers
• Blockchain System Administrators
• Network Security Architects
• Cyber Security Experts
• IT Professionals w/cyber security experience

Module 1: Fundamental Blockchain Security

• Cryptography for the Blockchain
• A Brief Introduction to Blockchain
• Blockchain Security Assumptions
• Limitations of Basic Blockchain Security

Module 2: Consensus in the Blockchain

• Blockchain Consensus and Byzantine Generals
• Introduction to Blockchain Consensus Security
• Proof of Work
• Proof of Stake
• Other Blockchain Consensus Algorithms

Module 3: Advanced Blockchain Security Mechanisms

• Architectural Security Measures
• Permissioned Blockchains
• Checkpointing
• Advanced Cryptographic Solutions
• Multiparty Signatures
• Zero-Knowledge Proofs
• Stealth Addresses
• Ring Signatures
• Confidential Transactions

Module 4: Smart Contract Security

• Introduction to Smart Contracts
• Smart Contract Security Considerations
• Smart Contract Code Auditing

Module 5: Blockchain Risk Assessment

• Blockchain Risk Considerations
• Regulatory Requirements
• Blockchain Architectural Design

Module 6: Basic Blockchain Security

• User Security
• Node Security
• Network Security

Module 7: Blockchain for Business

• Introduction to Ethereum Security
• Introduction to Hyperledger Security
• Introduction to Corda Security

Module 8: Securely Implementing Business Blockchains

• Business Operations
• Data Management
• Infrastructure
• Legal and Regulatory Compliance

Module 9: Network-Level Vulnerabilities and Attacks

• 51% Attacks
• Denial of Service Attacks
• Eclipse Attacks
• Replay Attacks
• Routing Attacks
• Sybil Attacks

Module 10: System-Level Vulnerabilities and Attacks

• The Bitcoin Hack
• The Verge Hack
• The EOS Vulnerability
• The Lisk Vulnerability

Module 11: Smart Contract Vulnerabilities and Attacks

• Re-entrancy
• Access Control
• Arithmetic
• Unchecked Return Values
• Denial of Service
• Bad Randomness
• Race Conditions
• Timestamp Dependence
• Short Addresses

Module 12: Security of Alternative DLT Architectures

• Introduction to DAG-Based DLTs
• Advantages of DAG-Based DLTs
• Limitations of DAG-Based DLTs

BC-103: Architecting Blockchain Solutions (CBSA)

The Certified Blockchain Solution Architect (CBSA) exam is a prestigious way to demonstrate your expertise in this rapidly growing field. 

 

BC-104: Hyperledger Fabric v1.4: Architecting, Designing and Deploying a Network

This 3 day course is designed for Architects, and System Administrators interested in gathering a deeper understanding on how Hyperledger Fabric Networks are Architected and operated throughout.

 

BC-107: Developing On Ethereum

This 3-day instructor-led course is developed with a focus on the core concepts of the Ethereum Blockchain. It is designed for programmers and developers who want to take a comprehensive deep dive in writing smart contracts and building applications that interact with them.