US military engineers responsible for command, control, communications and intelligence (C5ISR Heart) are testing blockchain-based technologies in operational data management.
In modern warfare, armies have become more vulnerable to cyberattacks than to physical destruction of manpower and equipment. Therefore, tactical support for hostilities requires a developed communications infrastructure, and most importantly, a protected digital environment.
Taking control of communications allows the adversary to manipulate information before it reaches the end users. Therefore, the task of confirming the legitimacy of the data source, the immutability and traceability of the incoming data came to the fore.
To implement this opportunity, a new approach to data transmission and targeting is being developed by switching to blockchain technology. This approach will allow the command to be absolutely confident in the integrity and reliability of the incoming information when making critical decisions.
A blockchain was developed for authentication applications, which allows you to confirm the identity of the data source by many parameters, and not just by the login on the network. Improved control over the integrity of data during its transfer over the network, and the use of a machine learning application made it possible to detect anomalies during their transfer.
In 2019, Tezos became the first blockchain to be used for operational purposes by the French army. The Russian Armed Forces have previously stated that they also intend to use the blockchain in their activities.
