A Distributed IoT Microservice using a Custom Ethereum Based Security Protocol

Abstract

With the mass expansion of Internet of Things (IoT) in industry and consumer life, IoT security has become a focal point of research and development. New technologies are enabling unprecedented methods of developing and securing IoT devices. This thesis focuses on studying and applying Web 3.0 technologies in an IoT device and service context while addressing IoT security vulnerabilities through the use of good security design practices. Through the application of Web 3.0 technologies this thesis illustrates the advantages and disadvantages that these technologies offer. The practi- cal implementation utilizes a custom Ethereum based security protocol that enables an IoT device to use a decentralized data network as its dedicated backend infrastructure. The results of the implementation will be analyzed through the lens of security and practicality.