Blockchain Security Course

COURSE OUTLINE

Module 1: Security Program Basics

• The human factor is still a major consideration
• Password and Key Management
• Understanding what a cybersecurity program is (hint it’s not all about technology)
  • Management buy-in (lack of time allocation / budget allocation = risk )
  • HR and other roles that should be part of your security “team”
• Audit trails and why they’re important to investors (most business are thinking about later stage investment, but don’t realize that raising capital requires demonstration of some cybersecurity program and audit trail)

Module 2: ICO Security (If company is still in ICO stage)

• Startup life and speed only conflict with best practice when your best practices are not stage appropriate.
• Securing Telegram / Slack / Twitter (examples of abuses that have misled investors)
• Website / Web Hosting security (examples of abuses that have misled investors)

Module 3: Fundamentals

• Proof of stake / Proof of work
• Most projects are forked from a handful or projects .. understanding the core types.
• Inter node communication protocols
• Turing complete vs incomplete chains and the security implication
• Wallets – hardware vs software (memory dumps & secure in memory key storage)

Module 4: Introduction to Blockchain

• Blockchain Basics
  • Blocks, chains, cryptographic primitives
  • Divergent blockchains and resyncing
    • Number of confirmations needed for synchronization
  • Types of Blockchains
    • Standard
    • Directed Acyclic Graph
    • Hyperledger

Module 5: Node and Wallet Security

• General information about different blockchain notes
• Blockchain Nodes/Wallets
  • Geth
  • Bitcoind
  • Parity
    • Parity Breach Analysis ($30M Eth stolen)
  • Dash Core
  • Alternative currencies
  • Wallets
• Bitcoind Security
  • RPC connection
  • Server security parameters
  • Industry best practices
  • Separation of nodes
• Geth security
  • RPC connection details
  • Web3 security risks
  • Account organization
  • Server parameters
• ICOs, MyEtherWallet

Module 6: Basic Blockchain Security

• Blockchain Security fundamentals
  • Attack vectors against blockchains
  • Security based on scarcity
  • Overview of security strategies (PoW, PoS, etc.)
  • Limitations of security
    • 51% attack on PoW
    • “Rich Get Richer” on PoS
  • How safe is the blockchain?
  • Theoretical vs. Real-World security
    • Bitcoin Hack
  • Blockchain Attacks
    • (Distributed) Denial of Service Attacks
    • Double-Spend Attacks
    • Why not a real threat on Bitcoin
      • Bitcoin Cash double spend is cheap
      • Checkpointing
    • Blockchain manipulation
  • Smart Contract Security
    • Common smart contract security flaw
  • Historical Blockchain Breaches
    • Bitcoin Hack
    • DAO Hack
  • Privacy on the Blockchain
    • Basic Blockchain Privacy
      • What is open/hidden in Bitcoin
      • Limitations of Bitcoin privacy
    • Advanced Privacy on the Blockchain
      • Varying privacy enhancement techniques and the blockchains that use them
    • Security of blockchain-based systems
      • Security problems with Lightning Protocol/Network

Module 7: Tools

• How secure is your current architecture?
  • Solicit architecture designs in advance and give feedback
• Secure architecture for your nodes
  • Create your own “firewall”
  • Defend your RPC
  • Can I use multiple nodes on one server or should I separate them?
  • Reorgs, how many confirmations is safe?
  • Edge cases
• New tools that help securing the blockchain
  • OpenTimetables
  • Openchain
  • Multichain
  • BigChainDB
  • Credits – Permissioning system
  • Hyperledger – Brief introduction
  • Stellar

Module 8: Practical Blockchain Usage

• Use Cases
  • Best blockchains for different purposes
  • Storage coins for secure backups, etc.
• Security
  • Edge security
  • How to keep your private keys secure
  • Secure blockchain payments management

Certification Procedure

You will receive a certificate upon completion of the course. Participants must attend all program modules and successfully complete the take-home assignment/exam to receive a certificate. Our program also provides the student the opportunity to acquire the certificate from the Blockchain Certification Assocation if granted, it will be hashed on a Indy/Aries blockchain and is globally accessible for verification.

Program Changes

We will make every effort to present the program as advertised, but it may be necessary to change the date, location, instructors or content with little or no notice. In the event of program cancellation, The Blockchain Academy’s liability is limited to reimbursement of paid fees.

Cancellations and Substitutions

Substitution of participants is permitted at any time. If you are unable to find a substitute, a full refund is available if a cancellation request is received in writing 7 days prior to the program date.  No other refund is available.

Group Discounts

Please note that the group discount is only available when paying for members of the same organization, at the same time, and payment is made with one invoice.

Delivery Methods

(Please select the delivery option on the application form)

In-person (New York): The program is available at the various location in New York City, NY (USA)

In-person (Other Locations ): The program is available at other locations globally. Please refer to the course schedule for other venues.  Private in-house delivery is also available.

Web(Virtual Delivery): The live video stream, including link to program materials and the virtual working environment will be sent to you via email as soon as the registeration confirmed.

Date and Time

TBD
M-F: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Intensive course -in person

Location

TBD

Application Deadline & Registration

One week prior to the program

Course Fee (per Delegate) -For delivering the program in New York City

Early Bird Ticket:  $ 1,495

Regular Fee: $ 1,695

The Blockchain Academy reserves the right to cancel the Blockchain Security Course course at least 72 hours in advance via email if we have not received seven or more confirmed applications. If the Blockchain Security Course is canceled by The Blockchain Academy then full refunds will be made. This means that the participant is aware that the event is not guaranteed to take place at the time of reservation.