CTV+CSFS: Can we reach consensus on a first step towards covenants?
Posted by ariard
Apr 12, 2025/02:51 UTC
The discussion revolves around the implementation of a taproot-only opcode, specifically focusing on the conversion of CTV (CheckTemplateVerify) into a stack operation. There's a positive inclination towards making CTV taproot-exclusive and utilizing it as an op_success for enhancing future composability within the Bitcoin protocol. The conversation does not lean towards favoring either an OP_PUSHTEMPLATE + OP_EQUALVERIFY combination or a direct OP_CHECKTEMPLATEVERIFY approach, leaving this preference open for further consideration.
Additionally, concerns are raised regarding potential Denial of Service (DoS) vulnerabilities that may have been overlooked in the current Bitcoin Improvement Proposal (BIP). A specific GitHub pull request is cited (discussion link) to highlight these DoS surface concerns. This aspect suggests a need for cautious evaluation to understand and mitigate any possible security weaknesses introduced by these proposed changes to the Bitcoin codebase.
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