Chain-digital: securing IoT environment by exploring chain core and cryptographic signatures

Abstract

The rapidly expanding realm of the Internet of Things (IoT) has revolutionized industries and daily lives, interlinking myriad devices from smart home gadgets to intricate industrial sensors. However, this expansion brings forth pressing concerns about the security and integrity of data exchanges within such vast networks. This research delves into an innovative approach, termed "Chain-Digital", which seeks to fortify IoT security by integrating the capabilities of Chain Core, a permissioned blockchain platform with the tried-and-true protection offered by cryptographic signatures. Through an exhaustive exploration, this paper highlights the existing vulnerabilities in the IoT domain and underscores the limitations of traditional centralized security models. The Chain Core platform, with its decentralized nature, provides a foundation for distributed trust and data immutability, while cryptographic signatures ensure authentication and data integrity. By amalgamating these technologies, "Chain-Digital" emerges as a multi-layered defense mechanism, promising enhanced security in the diverse and dynamic IoT landscape. Our findings indicate that this symbiotic integration not only addresses prevalent security gaps but also paves the way for a standardized, scalable, and trustworthy IoT framework. This research holds profound implications for manufacturers, developers, policymakers, and end-users, offering insights into constructing a more secure and resilient IoT future.