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@article{186699,
        author = {Miss. Kalyani Jadhav and Mr. Rokade. P.P and Mr. Abhale. B.A and Miss. Shraddha Sonawane and Miss. Rutuja Dumbre and Miss. Nilesha Dhivar},
        title = {Blockchain and MFA: A Hybrid System for Secure Digital Credentials},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {12},
        number = {6},
        pages = {2578-2586},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=186699},
        abstract = {Traditional credential systems are often expensive, inefficient, and susceptible to forgery and security breaches, which undermine public trust. This survey paper explores how Decentralized Ledger Technology (DLT), commonly known as blockchain, can address these challenges through its core features—immutability, cryptographic hashing, and smart contracts—which enhance data integrity and reduce administrative costs. A key focus is the Blockchain-Enabled Two-Factor Honeytoken Authentication (B2FHA) system, designed to actively detect credential misuse and prevent phishing attacks. The study concludes that this hybrid, tamper- resistant approach offers significantly greater security and efficiency compared to traditional non-blockchain and standard multi-factor authentication systems, highlighting its potential for adoption in critical sectors such as finance, healthcare, and e-commerce.},
        keywords = {Blockchain, Decentralized Identifiers (DIDs), Smart Contracts, Cryptographic Hash Function (or Hashing), Immutability, Tamper-proof, Forgery Prevention, Data Integrity, Authentication, Two-Factor Authentication, QR Code, Digital Identity.},
        month = {November},
        }