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Distributed Ledger Technology for Securing IoT

This research focuses on the intersection of DLT and IoT to provide a more secure framework for device interaction. The author details the architectural require

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Abstract

This research focuses on the intersection of DLT and IoT to provide a more secure framework for device interaction. The author details the architectural requirements for a DLT-based IoT system, emphasizing the importance of light nodes and efficient verification processes. The paper analyzes various DLT implementations, comparing private and public ledgers in terms of their effectiveness for securing device data and command streams. The results suggest that hybrid DLT architectures offer the best compromise between performance and security. This study serves as a technical exploration of how blockchain primitives—such as hashing, digital signatures, and consensus—can be applied to secure vulnerable IoT endpoints. The significance of this work lies in its technical grounding and its realistic approach to the feasibility of DLT in resource-limited device environments. Authors: SS Panda Publication: Academic Paper Publication date: 2020-01-01

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Key findings

  • Hybrid DLT architectures provide the necessary balance of performance and security for IoT environments.
  • Lightweight verification protocols are necessary for resource-constrained IoT devices to participate in the network.
  • Cryptographic primitives like digital signatures are sufficient for initial device authentication.
  • Public ledgers are often unnecessary for IoT security, favoring private or consortium-based approaches.

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Citation

SS Panda (2020). Distributed Ledger Technology for Securing IoT. Academic Paper. https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/9225333/
Canonical knowledge ID: research:distributed-ledger-technology-for-securing-iot