Security Measures for Cryptocurrency.
                     Security Measures for 
Cryptocurrency
Security measures
• As the usage and popularity of cryptocurrencies are increasing, it is 
important to make it safe and secure, since cybercrime is on a rise 
these days. To secure cryptocurrencies, security measures have to 
be implemented both by the cryptocurrency administrators as well 
as the users.
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CryptoCurrency Security Standard 
(CCSS)
• CCSS is a list of requirements which has been designed 
carefully to govern all the information stored for accepting and 
transacting with cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum.
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Security levels
• Cryptocurrency security levels are based on security aspects 
like key/seed generation, key usage and storage, third-party 
security audits, data sanitization policy and audit logs. The 
security levels are based on lowest common ratings.
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Penetration testing
• Cryptocurrencies are subjected to penetration testing, in 
which the security of cryptocurrency exchanges and platforms 
is assessed and vulnerabilities posing a risk to the assets and 
security of users is identified.
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Social engineering
• Criminals have been involved in targeting people using 
cryptocurrencies with techniques like phishing and spoofing with 
fraudulent coin wallets and much more. Social engineering tests 
help to uncover vulnerabilities at the human level.
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Never disclose ownings
• Avoid disclosing any of your ownings and profits. 
Cryptocurrencies are volatile and their value has increased 
over time. Do not share details about your cryptocurrency 
assets on social media, as you may become a target.
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Scams
• Cryptocurrency-related scams are widespread today. They 
come in many forms like fake giveaways, sophisticated 
websites and so on.  Nobody gives money for free, so if it is 
too good to be real, ignore it.
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Two-factor authentication
• Two-factor authentication should be enabled for gaining 
access to your crypto wallets or accounts as this is a safe 
method. Almost all cryptocurrency platforms support this 
method of authentication.
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Keep your device safe
• It is also important to keep your devices safe and secure by 
installing regular updates, using an anti-virus software and 
secure storage of data. Avoid accessing unsafe websites and 
downloading unverified files.
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