EduVerify: Secure Credential Authentication
Raj Kumar , Priyanshi Singhal, Tushar, Karan Katoch
Computer Science and Engineering Chandigarh University, Mohali, Punjab, India
Abstract— Education is an essential component of advancement in society; it produces people with legitimate degrees who can make significant contributions to the well-being of society. However, this commendable endeavor has been hindered by the ubiquitous issue associated with fake certifications. In the digital era, fake credentials have evolved into more and more prevalent. They might be simple paper forgeries or complex replicas made via database manipulation. In order to address this serious problem, this study offers an unprecedented overlay method that uses blockchain technology to securely store and authenticate real certificates in digital format. The primary objective of the proposed system is to offer an effective way of quickly and securely authenticating credentials, verifying that valid credentials are readily accessible and impermeable to exploitation. The most important aspect of the proposed approach is the implementation of block-chain technology to create an irrevocable online repository for verified certificates, providing an unassailable base for the certification procedure. The approach delivers a transparent and secure way to administer and verify credentials by leveraging the decentralized and transparent characteristics of block- chain technology. An Ethereum test network is being utilized for building and evaluating a block-chain-based credential securing and verification system prototype with the objective to independently confirm the successful implementation of the suggested approach. The test findings and implementation establish the sustainability and security of the recommended approach, and they also demonstrate its potential of enhancing the efficacy as well
as the dependability of online identity management systems.
Keywords: Tamper-proof digital certificates, Decentralized Applications (DAPPs), Credential verification, Ethereum, Blockchain
