Definition ∞ Delegated decryption is a cryptographic process where the ability to decrypt data is granted to a designated party rather than the original recipient. This allows for controlled access to sensitive information under specific conditions. The delegator retains authority over who can perform the decryption, thereby enabling conditional data sharing. This mechanism is designed to maintain confidentiality while facilitating necessary access.
Context ∞ Delegated decryption is a topic of growing interest in discussions surrounding data privacy, secure multi-party computation, and access control mechanisms within decentralized applications. Its application is being explored for scenarios requiring controlled disclosure of information, such as in healthcare data sharing or confidential smart contract execution. The development of efficient and secure delegation protocols is a key area of research.
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