TEJAS Journal of Technologies and Humanitarian Science

Beyond Cryptocurrency: Harnessing Blockchain for Cybersecurity

Dr. Shalini Lamba¹, Jatin Awasthi², Vikas Yadav³

¹Professor, Department of Computer Science
²Research Scholar, Department of IT
³Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Applications

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Abstract:

This paper aims to explore the role of blockchain in strengthening cyber security. In an era where cyber threats are at its peak, the blockchain technology has come out as a promising method to strengthen the defenses of cyber security. This paper highlights the impact of blockchain technology on cyber security. The paper starts by explaining the basics of blockchain and will then discuss its various key features when integrated with cyber security such as secure data storage and processing, user confidentiality, decentralization and many more. But using blockchain also has some limits such as scalability issues, regulatory issues etc. which are also discussed in this paper. At last, the conclusion will summarize the benefits of integrating blockchain technology with cyber security and what the future holds.

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