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BLOCKCHAIN SECURITY#1
The practices and technologies used to protect blockchain systems from threats and vulnerabilities.
SMART CONTRACT#2
Self-executing contracts with the terms of the agreement directly written into code on the blockchain.
VULNERABILITY#3
A weakness in a system that can be exploited by threats to gain unauthorized access or cause harm.
SECURITY AUDIT#4
A systematic evaluation of a blockchain application to identify security vulnerabilities and assess compliance.
REENTRANCY ATTACK#5
A type of exploit that allows an attacker to repeatedly call a function before the previous execution is complete.
OVERFLOW AND UNDERFLOW#6
Errors that occur when a calculation exceeds the maximum or minimum limit of a data type, leading to unexpected behavior.
MITIGATION STRATEGY#7
A plan developed to reduce the impact or likelihood of vulnerabilities being exploited.
CONSENSUS MECHANISM#8
The algorithm used by blockchain networks to achieve agreement on the state of the blockchain among distributed nodes.
DATA INTEGRITY#9
The assurance that data is accurate, consistent, and trustworthy across the blockchain.
THREAT MODELING#10
The process of identifying and evaluating potential threats to a blockchain application.
SECURITY TOOLS#11
Software and frameworks used to conduct security audits and assessments on blockchain applications.
CASE STUDY#12
An in-depth analysis of a specific instance of blockchain security breach to understand vulnerabilities and responses.
RISK ASSESSMENT#13
The systematic process of evaluating potential risks that may be involved in a projected activity or undertaking.
AUDIT REPORT#14
A document detailing the findings of a security audit, including vulnerabilities and recommended actions.
INDUSTRY BEST PRACTICES#15
Established guidelines and standards that are recognized as effective in ensuring security in blockchain applications.
ACTION PLAN#16
A detailed strategy outlining the steps to address identified vulnerabilities in a blockchain application.
COMPLIANCE#17
Adherence to laws, regulations, and guidelines relevant to blockchain security.
BLOCKCHAIN BREACH#18
An incident where unauthorized access is gained to a blockchain system, compromising its integrity or data.
SECURITY FRAMEWORK#19
A structured approach to managing security risks, often including policies, procedures, and tools.
PEER REVIEW#20
A process where peers evaluate each other's work to ensure quality and adherence to standards.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY#21
A concise overview of the main points of an audit report, aimed at stakeholders.
PROFESSIONAL REPORT DESIGN#22
The practice of structuring and formatting audit reports to enhance clarity and professionalism.
BLOCKCHAIN APPLICATION#23
Software built on blockchain technology that serves specific functions in various industries.
SENSITIVE DATA#24
Information that must be protected from unauthorized access due to its confidential nature.
NETWORK SECURITY#25
Measures taken to protect data during transfer across networks, including encryption and access controls.