RansomwareSim - A Simulated Ransomware

Overview

RansomwareSim is a simulated ransomware application developed for educational and training purposes. It is designed to demonstrate how ransomware encrypts files on a system and communicates with a command-and-control server. This tool is strictly for educational use and should not be used for malicious purposes.

Features

Encrypts specified file types within a target directory.
Changes the desktop wallpaper (Windows only).
Creates&Delete a README file on the desktop with a simulated ransom note.
Simulates communication with a command-and-control server to send system data and receive a decryption key.
Decrypts files after receiving the correct key.

Usage

Important: This tool should only be used in controlled environments where all participants have given consent. Do not use this tool on any system without explicit permission. For more, read SECURE

Requirements

Python 3.x
cryptography
colorama

Installation

Clone the repository:

git clone https://github.com/HalilDeniz/RansomwareSim.git

Navigate to the project directory:
```
cd RansomwareSim
```
Install the required dependencies:
```
pip install -r requirements.txt
```

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Running the Control Server

Open controlpanel.py.
Start the server by running controlpanel.py.
The server will listen for connections from RansomwareSim and the Decoder.

Running the Simulator

Navigate to the directory containing RansomwareSim.
Modify the main function in encoder.py to specify the target directory and other parameters.
Run encoder.py to start the encryption process.
Follow the instructions displayed on the console.

Running the Decoder

Run decoder.py after the files have been encrypted.
Follow the prompts to input the decryption key.

Disclaimer

RansomwareSim is developed for educational purposes only. The creators of RansomwareSim are not responsible for any misuse of this tool. This tool should not be used in any unauthorized or illegal manner. Always ensure ethical and legal use of this tool.