Decentralized Verification of Distributed Systems via Blockchain-Based Commitments

Abstract

This paper proposes a novel decentralized verification protocol for distributed systems leveraging blockchain technology and cryptographic commitments. The core idea is to eliminate the need for a central authority by enabling components to independently verify each other's outputs through a trustless and auditable process. The system utilizes smart contracts on a blockchain to record component outputs and their corresponding commitments, establishing a verifiable record of the system's behavior. This approach offers a fundamentally new method for distributed systems security, addressing limitations inherent in traditional centralized verification models. The protocol's key components include commitment schemes, decentralized consensus mechanisms, and blockchain-based storage, all designed to ensure the integrity and authenticity of distributed system components. We outline the protocol's architecture, detailing the cryptographic operations and blockchain interactions involved. The resulting system provides a robust and scalable solution for verifying distributed systems, particularly in scenarios where trust is limited or absent.