I haven't settled on a formal name for this project yet, but the goal was to explore network security and data interception. Originally, I wanted to build a system that could intercept an encrypted file mid-transmission without either party noticing.
After researching the complexities and ethical implications of such a tool, I decided to pivot. Instead of a "live" attack system, I developed this Simulation Project. It uses Java to implement a simplified version of the Man-in-the-Middle (MITM) theory to demonstrate how data can be intercepted and how encryption serves as a defense.
- MITM: A practical application of Man-in-the-Middle theory.
- Java Based: Utilizes Java libraries for robust execution.
- AES Encryption: Implements Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) for data security.
- LAN Based: Designed to work between devices connected to the same Local Area Network.
- Sender: Open the Sender program and write a message in the designated text file.
- Attacker: Run the Attack program on the same system as the sender to begin interception.
- Receiver: On a second machine, run the Receiver program to accept the data.
- Encryption Keys: Ensure both systems have the required crypto files to handle the encryption and decryption processes.
- Java: Core programming language.
- Java Crypto Libraries: For implementing AES encryption and decryption.
If you'd like to contribute, feel free to fork the repository and suggest improvements via issues or pull requests.
For any questions or feedback, feel free to reach out:
- Email: aliakbarkhana79@gmail.com
- LinkedIn: aliiakbarkhan