ImageTrust: Decentralized Code Registry Built on Ethereum
March 28, 2018
ImageTrust was developed as a decentralized enterprise solution for software asset management, leveraging the Ethereum blockchain. The platform was designed to address the growing challenges of software distribution, integrity verification, and license management across multiple vendors.
Core Technology Stack
Key to its innovation was the integration of ERC721 tokens for managing short- term licenses and IPFS (InterPlanetary File System) for decentralized storage. ImageTrust allowed companies to securely distribute software and firmware packages while maintaining full transparency and control over licenses.
Security and Verification
Software packages were cryptographically verified on the Ethereum blockchain, ensuring they remained tamper-free during distribution. The use of ERC721 tokens facilitated license management by issuing unique, trackable tokens for each software license, which could be seamlessly managed via a desktop client or browser plugin.
Technical Features
Smart Contract Implementation
- ERC721-compliant token contracts for license management
- Automated license validation and verification
- Immutable audit trail of software distributions
- Role-based access control for enterprise users
IPFS Integration
- Decentralized storage of software packages
- Content-addressed file system ensuring integrity
- Efficient distribution through peer-to-peer networking
- Redundant storage across the IPFS network
Benefits and Impact
By decentralizing software storage and using blockchain for license verification, ImageTrust provided enhanced security, transparency, and efficiency, making it a transformative tool for enterprise software management.
Key Advantages:
- Immutable audit trail of all software transactions
- Reduced risk of unauthorized software distribution
- Automated compliance and license tracking
- Enhanced security through cryptographic verification
- Streamlined software distribution process