BLOCKCHAIN SECURITY AUDIT: FOCUSES ON THE SECURITY OF BLOCKCHAIN TECHNOLOGY IMPLEMENTATIONS
Auditing Blockchain Systems for Integrity, Confidentiality, and Operational Security
Course Schedule
| Date | Venue | Fees (Face-to-Face) |
|---|---|---|
| 19 – 23 May 2025 | London, UK | USD 3495 per delegate |
Course Introduction
As blockchain adoption accelerates across sectors—from finance to supply chains—security risks associated with decentralized platforms have become a critical concern. Weaknesses in smart contracts, consensus mechanisms, and node management can be exploited, leading to financial loss, privacy violations, and reputational damage.
This course provides auditors and security professionals with the knowledge and tools to assess blockchain implementations. Participants will learn how to audit the underlying infrastructure, evaluate smart contract security, test access controls, and verify system integrity. Hands-on sessions and real-world case studies are used to demonstrate how to uncover vulnerabilities and recommend remediations.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
• Understand blockchain architecture, types, and consensus models
• Identify key security risks in blockchain platforms and smart contracts
• Evaluate access control, cryptographic mechanisms, and node vulnerabilities
• Plan and conduct a blockchain security audit using structured frameworks
• Report on compliance with blockchain security best practices and standards
Key Benefits of Attending
• Gain technical and audit insights into blockchain security
• Learn how to evaluate smart contracts for flaws and attack vectors
• Understand how blockchain differs from traditional IT environments
• Ensure enterprise blockchain deployments are secure and auditable
• Stay ahead of evolving threats targeting decentralized systems
Intended Audience
This program is designed for:
• IT and Security Auditors
• Cybersecurity and Risk Management Professionals
• Blockchain Developers and System Architects
• Compliance Officers overseeing blockchain projects
• Consultants working on digital transformation or fintech platforms
Individual Benefits
Key competencies that will be developed include:
• Blockchain system audit planning and execution
• Smart contract security risk identification
• Consensus model analysis and failure point detection
• Control review for node integrity and data confidentiality
• Report writing and remediation recommendations
Organization Benefits
Upon completing the training course, participants will demonstrate:
• Stronger oversight over blockchain-based systems
• Enhanced detection and mitigation of vulnerabilities
• Compliance with cybersecurity and blockchain-specific standards
• Protection of digital assets and smart contract functionality
• Alignment of blockchain solutions with internal risk policies
Instructional Methdology
The course follows a blended learning approach combining theory with practice:
• Strategy Briefings – Blockchain types, threat models, audit challenges
• Case Studies – Hacks, vulnerabilities, and lessons learned
• Workshops – Smart contract audit, node access control review
• Peer Exchange – Challenges in auditing live blockchain deployments
• Tools – Audit templates, static code analyzers, blockchain scanners
Course Outline
Training Hours: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Daily Format: 3–4 Learning Modules | Coffee breaks: 09:30 & 11:15 | Lunch Buffet: 01:00 – 02:00
Day 1: Blockchain Technology and Audit Scope
Module 1: Blockchain Fundamentals and Security Principles (07:30 – 09:30)
• Public vs private chains, nodes, transactions, immutability
Module 2: Consensus Mechanisms and Their Vulnerabilities (09:45 – 11:15)
• PoW, PoS, BFT, fork attacks, double spending
Module 3: Defining Blockchain Audit Objectives (11:30 – 01:00)
• Scope, risks, and key audit components
Module 4: Workshop – Map the Security Landscape of a Sample Blockchain (02:00 – 03:30)
• Identify entry points and threat vectors
Day 2: Smart Contracts and Platform Security
Module 5: Smart Contract Architecture and Risks (07:30 – 09:30)
• Logic flaws, reentrancy, gas limits, attack surfaces
Module 6: Smart Contract Audit Tools and Techniques (09:45 – 11:15)
• MythX, Slither, manual reviews, vulnerability scanning
Module 7: Managing Contract Deployment and Upgrades (11:30 – 01:00)
• Versioning, immutability risks, patch management
Module 8: Workshop – Audit a Sample Smart Contract (02:00 – 03:30)
• Run checks and identify issues
Day 3: Node, Network, and Data Security
Module 9: Node Configuration and Access Control (07:30 – 09:30)
• Authentication, open ports, denial of service risks
Module 10: Data Privacy, Encryption, and Key Management (09:45 – 11:15)
• Public/private key handling, off-chain data, wallets
Module 11: Blockchain Forensics and Logging (11:30 – 01:00)
• Transaction tracing, hash integrity, audit trails
Module 12: Workshop – Node Security Assessment Simulation (02:00 – 03:30)
• Check network exposure and control configurations
Day 4: Frameworks and Compliance Auditing
Module 13: Blockchain Audit Standards and Regulations (07:30 – 09:30)
• NIST, ISO, GDPR, FATF for blockchain
Module 14: Compliance Risks in Blockchain Implementations (09:45 – 11:15)
• KYC/AML, anonymity, governance concerns
Module 15: Building a Blockchain Security Audit Plan (11:30 – 01:00)
• Steps, resources, and reporting
Module 16: Workshop – Draft an Audit Checklist for a DeFi App (02:00 – 03:30)
• Covering technical, privacy, and governance controls
Day 5: Emerging Threats and Future Readiness
Module 17: Recent Blockchain Breaches and Exploit Tactics (07:30 – 09:30)
• Case studies and how attacks were executed
Module 18: Zero Trust and Decentralized Identity (09:45 – 11:15)
• New paradigms in blockchain-based authentication
Module 19: Final Audit Simulation – Full Lifecycle Review (11:30 – 01:00)
• Participants analyze a blockchain platform from end to end
Module 20: Final Workshop – Present Your Blockchain Audit Report (02:00 – 03:30)
• Teams present findings and recommendations
Certification
Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion in Blockchain Security Audit, validating their expertise in assessing blockchain architectures, smart contracts, and node security in compliance with best practices and evolving regulatory standards.