Blockchain-based DNS solution

Blockchain technology has the capabilities to transform several industries and in this chapter, we are going to use it for managing a name server to overcome some of the most critical DNS challenges. DNSChain is one of the most active projects to transform the DNS framework and protect it from spoofing challenges.

DNSChain is a blockchain-based DNS software suite that replaces X.509 public key infrastructure (PKI) and delivers MITM proofs of authentication. It allows internet users to set a public DNSChain server for DNS queries and access that server with domains ending in .bit.

X.509 PKI replacement

X.509 is a standard framework that defines the format of PKI to identify users and entities over the internet. It helps internet users to know whether the connection to a specific website is secure or not. DNSChain has the capability to provide a scalable and decentralized replacement that doesn't depend on third parties.

MITM-proof DNS infrastructure

This uses a public...