🔒Security Model

Security Model

01 / Ethereum Equivalent Security​

The security of Vizing is deeply rooted in Ethereum Layer 1 (L1). All user transactions (Tx) are ultimately recorded on the Ethereum L1, and the validity of these transactions on Layer 2 (L2) can be efficiently verified on L1 through data availability. This design ensures that the Vizing network maintains the same level of security as the Ethereum mainnet, providing users with a robust foundation of trust. It leverages the established security of Ethereum while enabling scalability and efficiency on L2.

02 / Margin Mechanism​

To ensure the integrity and security of the protocol, both relayers and validators are required to stake significant amounts of margin. These funds are deposited into smart contracts and cannot be withdrawn arbitrarily during node operation. Instead, they serve as a safeguard for protocol's security, creating a powerful economic incentive mechanism that encourages participants to act honestly. This mechanism not only protects user interests but also maintains the stability of the entire network, aligning the economic interests of node operators with the overall health of the system.

03 / Punishment Mechanism​

• Arbitration: The protocol employs a stringent punishment mechanism. In cases of malicious behavior, all staked margins of the involved relayers and validators are confiscated to compensate for user losses. This severe punitive measure is designed to effectively deter any potential misconduct and ensure the network operates with integrity. It creates a strong disincentive for bad actors and reinforces the trustworthiness of the system.

• Non-Responsiveness Penalty: Relayers are required to promptly respond to requests for omni-Chain information forwarding. Failure to do so results in Vizing deducting the corresponding margin as a penalty. This mechanism ensures the efficient operation of the network by incentivizing relayers to remain active and responsive. It helps maintain a high standard of service quality across the network.

04 / Relayer - Validator Separation​

Users have the autonomy to select relayers for transmitting omni-Chain information by simply adding relayer address information on the original chain. This separation empowers users with flexibility and control over their omni-Chain interactions. It not only enhances user experience but also increases the decentralization of the entire system, allowing users to choose service providers that best suit their needs and preferences. This feature promotes competition among relayers, potentially leading to improved services and innovation in the ecosystem.