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@article{186797,
        author = {Prof. Wadghule Y. M. and Prof. Abhale B. A. and Mr. Kadam Ram Suresh and Mr. Wagh Abhishek Pravin and Mr. Patil Om Girish and Miss. Jadhav Mayuri Devidas},
        title = {Cybersecurity For Smart Grid System Using Blockchain},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {12},
        number = {6},
        pages = {2922-2929},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=186797},
        abstract = {The rapid growth of smart grid technology is fundamentally reshaping the energy sector, enhancing power distribution and promoting more effective management of energy assets. Nevertheless, the increasing adoption of these sophisticated systems also introduces a significant challenge: cybersecurity vulnerabilities. As smart grids become increasingly interconnected and reliant on data exchange, they become susceptible to a wide array of digital threats, including unauthorized access, data breaches, an{rpfd system disruptions. Addressing these challenges is essential to preserving the resilience and security of our energy infrastructure.
Encouragingly, blockchain technology presents promising solutions to the cybersecurity challenges confronting smart grid systems. Originally developed to secure digital transactions in cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, blockchain has emerged as a robust tool capable of bolstering security and trust across diverse applications. By leveraging its core attributes, such as distributed consensus, cryptographic techniques, and an immutable ledger, blockchain can help mitigate critical security concerns within smart grid systems. Furthermore, the tamper-proof nature of the blockchain ledger provides a transparent and auditable record of energy transactions and system operations, facilitating efficient monitoring, identification, and reaction to digital threats.},
        keywords = {Cybersecurity; Smart Grid; Blockchain; Energy Security; Data Privacy; Smart Contracts; Decentralized Systems; IoT Security; Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT); Energy Management System; Secure Communication; Power Grid Protection.},
        month = {November},
        }