a-real-virus/stealthcrypterAES-256 file and directory encryption tool with interactive CLI, progress bar, and optional secure deletion of originals. Supports large files and hashed key input.
StealthCrypter is a powerful and easy-to-use encryption tool that helps you protect your sensitive files and directories using AES-256 encryption. Whether you need to safeguard personal documents or secure confidential data, CryptShield ensures that your files remain private and tamper-proof.
✅ AES-256 Encryption – Industry-standard encryption for maximum security.
✅ Interactive CLI – No need for command-line arguments; just follow the prompts.
✅ Encrypt & Decrypt Files or Directories – Protect multiple files at once with ease.
✅ Secure Key Input – Uses a hashed key for enhanced security.
✅ Progress Bar – Shows real-time encryption/decryption progress.
✅ Handles Large Files – Reads and writes data in chunks to avoid memory issues.
✅ Optional Auto-Delete – Allows users to securely remove original files after encryption.
Step 1: Update & upgrade your system
sudo apt update
sudo apt upgrade
Step 2: install Dependencies
sudo apt install python3-tqdm
sudo apt install python3-pycryptodome
Step 3: Clone the repository
git clone https://gitlab.com/A-Real-Virus/stealthcrypter.git
Step 4: Go to the Tool Directory where u clone it
cd StealthCrypter
Step 5: After Completing the process now u can run script
python3 crypter.py
🔹 Use a strong passphrase to ensure maximum security. The script hashes your input to generate a secure 32-byte key.
🔹 Keep a backup of your encryption key – Without it, decryption is impossible!
🔹 Make sure you have the required dependencies installed before running the script (see below).
1️⃣ Run the script:
2️⃣ Choose an action:
[1] Encrypt a file
[2] Decrypt a file
[3] Encrypt a directory
[4] Decrypt a directory
3️⃣ Enter the file or directory path.
4️⃣ Enter a secure passphrase (used for encryption & decryption).
5️⃣ The script will process the files with a progress bar.
6️⃣ You’ll be asked if you want to delete the original files after encryption.
Q: I forgot my encryption key. Can I recover my files?
❌ No. The encryption key is never stored. If lost, decryption is impossible.
Q: The script is not recognized. What should I do?
✅ Make sure Python is installed also see requirements.txt and run it using python3 crypter.py if necessary.
Q: How do I install the required dependencies?
✅ Run the following command:
install the requirements (step 2 above) also see requirements.txt.
IF U WANT TO MODIFY OR USE THE SCRIPT IN UR PROJECTs , CONSIDER GIVING CREDITS !
**🔐 Encrypting a file:**
```
Choose an action: [1] Encrypt a file, [2] Decrypt a file, [3] Encrypt a directory, [4] Decrypt a directory: 1
Enter the file or directory path: secret.txt
Enter a secret key: ********
🔐 Encrypting file...
✅ File encrypted: secret.txt.enc
❗ Do you want to delete original files? (y/n): y
🗑️ Original files deleted.
✅ Process complete!
```
**🔓 Decrypting a file:**
```
Choose an action: [1] Encrypt a file, [2] Decrypt a file, [3] Encrypt a directory, [4] Decrypt a directory: 2
Enter the file or directory path: secret.txt.enc
Enter a secret key: ********
🔓 Decrypting file...
✅ File decrypted: secret.txt
```
This tool is intended for ethical and educational use only.
Do not use it for illegal activities. The author is not responsible for any misuse.
This script is intended for educational purposes and authorized testing only.
Unauthorized use of this script is illegal and unethical.
Ensure you have explicit permission before testing any system.