Blockchain Enabled Secure Access Control for Smart Networks and Distributed Sensor Systems in The Era Of Internet of Things and Cyber-Physical Infrastructures

Abstract

Smart networks and distributed sensor systems are increasingly used in various applications like smart cities, healthcare monitoring, industrial automation, and intelligent transportation. With the rapid expansion of these systems, security and privacy have become critical challenges, especially in access control management. Traditional centralized access control mechanisms suffer from single points of failure, unauthorized access, and lack of transparency. Blockchain technology offers a promising solution to these issues by providing decentralized, tamper-proof, and auditable access control mechanisms. This paper explores the integration of blockchain technology into secure access control systems for smart networks and distributed sensor systems. The paper also discusses the advantages, limitations, challenges, and future scope of blockchain-enabled access control frameworks.

KEYWORDS: Blockchain, Access Control, Smart Networks, Distributed Sensor Systems, IoT Security, Decentralized Systems, Cyber-Physical Systems