SoK: A Taxonomy for Distributed-Ledger-Based Identity Management
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| author | Vaziry, Awid Garzon, Sandro Rodriguez Herbke, Patrick Segat, Carlo Kupper, Axel |
| author_facet | Vaziry, Awid Garzon, Sandro Rodriguez Herbke, Patrick Segat, Carlo Kupper, Axel |
| contents | The intersection of blockchain (distributed ledger) and identity management lacks a comprehensive framework for classifying distributed-ledger-based identity solutions. This paper introduces a methodologically developed taxonomy derived from the analysis of 390 scientific papers and expert discussions.
The resulting framework consists of 22 dimensions with 113 characteristics, organized into three groups: trust anchor implementations, identity architectures (identifiers and credentials), and ledger specifications. This taxonomy facilitates the systematic analysis, comparison, and design of distributed-ledger-based identity solutions, as demonstrated through its application to two distinct architectures.
As the first methodology-driven taxonomy in this field, this work advances standardization and enhances understanding of distributed-ledger-based identity architectures. It provides researchers and practitioners with a structured framework for evaluating design decisions and implementation approaches. |
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| spellingShingle | SoK: A Taxonomy for Distributed-Ledger-Based Identity Management Vaziry, Awid Garzon, Sandro Rodriguez Herbke, Patrick Segat, Carlo Kupper, Axel Cryptography and Security The intersection of blockchain (distributed ledger) and identity management lacks a comprehensive framework for classifying distributed-ledger-based identity solutions. This paper introduces a methodologically developed taxonomy derived from the analysis of 390 scientific papers and expert discussions. The resulting framework consists of 22 dimensions with 113 characteristics, organized into three groups: trust anchor implementations, identity architectures (identifiers and credentials), and ledger specifications. This taxonomy facilitates the systematic analysis, comparison, and design of distributed-ledger-based identity solutions, as demonstrated through its application to two distinct architectures. As the first methodology-driven taxonomy in this field, this work advances standardization and enhances understanding of distributed-ledger-based identity architectures. It provides researchers and practitioners with a structured framework for evaluating design decisions and implementation approaches. |
| title | SoK: A Taxonomy for Distributed-Ledger-Based Identity Management |
| topic | Cryptography and Security |
| url | https://arxiv.org/abs/2505.05100 |