Blockchain Security from the Bottom Up

Howard E. Poston

ISBN 10: 1119896290 / ISBN 13: 9781119896296

Published by John Wiley and Sons Inc, US, 2022

About this Item

The gold standard in up-to-date blockchain cybersecurity handbooks In Blockchain Security from the Bottom Up: Securing and Preventing Attacks on Cryptocurrencies, Decentralized Applications, NFTs, and Smart Contracts, accomplished blockchain and cybersecurity consultant and educator Howard E. Poston delivers an authoritative exploration of blockchain and crypto cybersecurity. In the book, the author shows you exactly how cybersecurity should be baked into the blockchain at every layer of the technology's ecosystem. You'll discover how each layer can be attacked and learn how to prevent and respond to those attacks in an environment of constant technological change and evolution. You'll also find: Illuminating case studies of real-world attacks and defenses at various layers in the blockchain ecosystemThorough introductions to blockchain technology, including its implementations in areas like crypto, NFTs, and smart contractsComprehensive explorations of critical blockchain topics, including protocols, consensus, and proof of work A can't-miss resource for blockchain and cybersecurity professionals seeking to stay on the cutting-edge of a rapidly evolving area, Blockchain Security from the Bottom Up will also earn a place on the bookshelves of software developers working with cryptocurrencies and other blockchain implementations.

Seller Inventory # LU-9781119896296

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Blockchain Security from the Bottom Up
• Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Inc, US
• Publication Date: 2022
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1119896290
• ISBN 13: 9781119896296
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Weight: 262 grams

About this title

Synopsis

The gold standard in up-to-date blockchain cybersecurity handbooks

In Blockchain Security from the Bottom Up: Securing and Preventing Attacks on Cryptocurrencies, Decentralized Applications, NFTs, and Smart Contracts, accomplished blockchain and cybersecurity consultant and educator Howard E. Poston delivers an authoritative exploration of blockchain and crypto cybersecurity. In the book, the author shows you exactly how cybersecurity should be baked into the blockchain at every layer of the technology’s ecosystem. You’ll discover how each layer can be attacked and learn how to prevent and respond to those attacks in an environment of constant technological change and evolution.

You’ll also find:

• Illuminating case studies of real-world attacks and defenses at various layers in the blockchain ecosystem
• Thorough introductions to blockchain technology, including its implementations in areas like crypto, NFTs, and smart contracts
• Comprehensive explorations of critical blockchain topics, including protocols, consensus, and proof of work

A can’t-miss resource for blockchain and cybersecurity professionals seeking to stay on the cutting-edge of a rapidly evolving area, Blockchain Security from the Bottom Up will also earn a place on the bookshelves of software developers working with cryptocurrencies and other blockchain implementations.

About the Author

HOWARD E. POSTON III is an independent blockchain consultant, educator, and content creator who has developed and taught over a dozen courses covering cybersecurity topics. He holds a master’s degree in Cybersecurity from the Air Force Institute of Technology and is a Certified Ethical Hacker. He has developed and facilitated blockchain security courses for major companies.