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One-Honest-Verifier

Definition

The one-honest-verifier assumption is a security model in decentralized systems where the system’s integrity relies on at least one participant honestly performing verification tasks. This means that even if many other participants are malicious, the presence of a single honest verifier can still ensure correct operation or detect fraud. It simplifies trust assumptions compared to requiring a majority of honest actors. This model is critical for certain cryptographic protocols.