Blockchain and IoT Security Lab (BISL)
1. Introduction:
The Blockchain and IoT Security Lab (BISL) focuses on addressing the unique security challenges posed by interconnected devices and distributed ledger technologies. As the adoption of IoT devices grows and blockchain applications expand, ensuring their reliability, integrity, and resilience becomes critical. BISL’s research explores secure IoT communication protocols, blockchain-based trust frameworks, and methods to protect sensitive data. By combining innovative research with practical solutions, the lab aims to fortify emerging technologies and provide robust security mechanisms for real-world applications.
2. Research Areas
- Secure Communication in IoT Networks
- Blockchain-Based Trust and Identity Management
- Data Privacy and Secure Storage Using Blockchain
- Threat Detection and Response in IoT Ecosystems
3. Group Members
| Ser | Name | Designation | Specialization | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Dr. Sadiqa Arshad | Assistant Professor | Blockchain, Cryptography | [email protected] |
| 2. | Dr. Narmeen Shafqat | Assistant Professor | IoT Security and Privacy | [email protected] |
| 3. | Engr. Bilal Ahmed | Lecturer | Network Security, Critical Infrastructure Protection | [email protected] |
| 4. | Engr. Ammar Hassan | Lecturer | Blockchain, Malware analysis, Forensics, Penetration Testing | [email protected] |
| 5. | Engr. Muhammad Imran Rafique | Lecturer | Blockchain, Forensics, Digital Identity Protection | [email protected] |
4. Publications
- Hassan, A., Makhdoom, I., Iqbal, W., Ahmad, A., & Raza, A. (2023). From trust to truth: Advancements in mitigating the Blockchain Oracle problem. Journal of Network and Computer Applications, 217, 103672.
- Hassan, A., Aslam, J., Tahir, S., & Rashid, I. (2024, May). Securing the Internet of Things: Exploring MQTT Vulnerabilities and Threats in Pakistan’s IoT Landscape. In 2024 International Conference on Engineering & Computing Technologies (ICECT) (pp. 1-6). IEEE.
- Hafiz Asif Khalil, Ammar Hassan, Wassem Iqbal, “Leveraging Cryptographic Primitives of Blockchain for Trust in Smart Systems. – International Journal of Innovations in Science & Technology
5. PhD Students
- Muhammad Salman
- Waqas Ahmed
- Asif Khalil
- Waqar Shah
- Aymen Iftikhar
6. Contact Person
- Dr. Narmeen Shafqat ([email protected])
- Dr. Sadiqa Arshad ([email protected])