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Python File Protector v3.0.0
Release: Python File Protector v3.0.0
Tag Name: v3.0.0
(Major Update – New Features & Enhancements)
Publisher: Royhtml
Release Date: 15/05/2025
Development
🔍 Overview
Python File Protector v3.0 introduces groundbreaking security and usability improvements, transforming it into an all-in-one file protection suite. Designed for high-risk environments, it now includes multi-factor authentication, cloud integration, and AI-driven threat detection.
(Caption: Revamped UI with dark mode, real-time monitoring dashboard, and cloud sync options.)
✨ New Features in v2.0
1. Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
- Supported Methods:
- TOTP (Google Authenticator, Authy)
- Hardware keys (YubiKey, FIDO2)
- Biometric verification (Windows Hello, Touch ID)
- Emergency Access: Designate backup contacts for file recovery.
2. Cloud Storage Integration
- Encrypted Sync: Zero-knowledge encryption for:
- Google Drive
- Dropbox
- AWS S3
- Selective Sync: Choose folders to protect in the cloud.
3. AI-Powered Threat Detection
- Behavioral Analysis: Flags unusual access patterns (e.g., brute-force attempts).
- Ransomware Protection: Blocks unauthorized mass file modifications.
4. Enhanced Encryption Options
- Algorithm Choices:
- AES-256 (Default)
- ChaCha20-Poly1305 (Faster on mobile)
- Post-Quantum Cryptography (Experimental: CRYSTALS-Kyber)
- Plausible Deniability: Create hidden encrypted volumes.
5. Automated Backups
- Versioning: Keep up to 50 historical versions.
- Location: Local, external drives, or cloud.
6. Forensic Audit Trail
- Logs:
- Timestamp of every access/modification.
- IP addresses and user IDs.
- Export: Generate PDF reports for compliance.
7. C++ Compile
- Logs:
- Timestamp of every access/modification.
- icon.
- compile
- Export: Generate PDF reports for compliance.
📥 Installation
Option 1: PIP Upgrade
pip install python-file-protector==2.0.0 --force-reinstall
Option 2: Standalone Executables
- Windows: Download PythonFileProtector_v2.0.0.exe | SHA-256:
[NEW_CHECKSUM]
Get-FileHash PythonFileProtector_v2.0.0.exe
- macOS (Universal Binary):
curl -LO https://github.com/Royhtml/python-file-protector/releases/v2.0.0/PythonFileProtector_v2.0.0.dmg
⚙️ System Requirements
Component | Minimum Spec | Recommended |
---|---|---|
OS | Windows 10 1809+ | Windows 11 23H2 |
RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB |
Storage | 100 MB free | 500 MB NVMe |
Python | 3.9+ | 3.12+ |
🛠 Usage Examples
Encrypt with MFA
from file_protector import SecureVault
vault = SecureVault()
vault.encrypt(
file="contract.pdf",
password="YourStrongPassword",
totp_code="123456", # From authenticator app
output="contract.enc"
)
Sync to Cloud
python -m file_protector --cloud-sync --provider google --folder /secure_docs
Monitor Threats
from file_protector import ThreatMonitor
monitor = ThreatMonitor()
monitor.start() # Runs in background, sends Slack/email alerts
📜 License & Compliance
- License: Dual-licensed (Proprietary or GPLv3 for open-source use).
- Certifications:
- FIPS 140-2 (Pending)
- GDPR & HIPAA compliant logging.
🐛 Known Issues
- Issue #108: YubiKey NFC support unstable on Linux.
- Issue #115: Cloud sync may throttle on slow networks.
🔗 Links
GitHub Release Workflow for v3.0
- Tag Signed Commit:
git tag -s v2.0.0 -m "MFA, AI threat detection, and cloud sync" git push --tags
- Attach Build Artifacts:
- Windows (EXE/MSI)
- macOS (DMG/Universal Binary)
- Linux (AppImage, DEB/RPM)
- Announce: Post on PyPI, Reddit (r/netsec), and Hacker News.
Note to Users:
- Uninstall v1.x completely before upgrading (
pip uninstall python-file-protector
). - Enable MFA before migrating sensitive files.
Roadmap for v3.0:
- Blockchain-based file integrity proofs.
- ARM64 native support.
- Passwordless authentication (WebAuthn).
Python File Protector v2.0.0
Release: Python File Protector v2.0.0
Tag Name: v2.0.0
(Major Update – New Features & Enhancements)
Publisher: Royhtml
Release Date: 15/05/2025
Development
🔍 Overview
Python File Protector v2.0 introduces groundbreaking security and usability improvements, transforming it into an all-in-one file protection suite. Designed for high-risk environments, it now includes multi-factor authentication, cloud integration, and AI-driven threat detection.
(Caption: Revamped UI with dark mode, real-time monitoring dashboard, and cloud sync options.)
✨ New Features in v2.0
1. Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
- Supported Methods:
- TOTP (Google Authenticator, Authy)
- Hardware keys (YubiKey, FIDO2)
- Biometric verification (Windows Hello, Touch ID)
- Emergency Access: Designate backup contacts for file recovery.
2. Cloud Storage Integration
- Encrypted Sync: Zero-knowledge encryption for:
- Google Drive
- Dropbox
- AWS S3
- Selective Sync: Choose folders to protect in the cloud.
3. AI-Powered Threat Detection
- Behavioral Analysis: Flags unusual access patterns (e.g., brute-force attempts).
- Ransomware Protection: Blocks unauthorized mass file modifications.
4. Enhanced Encryption Options
- Algorithm Choices:
- AES-256 (Default)
- ChaCha20-Poly1305 (Faster on mobile)
- Post-Quantum Cryptography (Experimental: CRYSTALS-Kyber)
- Plausible Deniability: Create hidden encrypted volumes.
5. Automated Backups
- Versioning: Keep up to 50 historical versions.
- Location: Local, external drives, or cloud.
6. Forensic Audit Trail
- Logs:
- Timestamp of every access/modification.
- IP addresses and user IDs.
- Export: Generate PDF reports for compliance.
📥 Installation
Option 1: PIP Upgrade
pip install python-file-protector==2.0.0 --force-reinstall
Option 2: Standalone Executables
- Windows: Download PythonFileProtector_v2.0.0.exe | SHA-256:
[NEW_CHECKSUM]
Get-FileHash PythonFileProtector_v2.0.0.exe
- macOS (Universal Binary):
curl -LO https://github.com/Royhtml/python-file-protector/releases/v2.0.0/PythonFileProtector_v2.0.0.dmg
⚙️ System Requirements
Component | Minimum Spec | Recommended |
---|---|---|
OS | Windows 10 1809+ | Windows 11 23H2 |
RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB |
Storage | 100 MB free | 500 MB NVMe |
Python | 3.9+ | 3.12+ |
🛠 Usage Examples
Encrypt with MFA
from file_protector import SecureVault
vault = SecureVault()
vault.encrypt(
file="contract.pdf",
password="YourStrongPassword",
totp_code="123456", # From authenticator app
output="contract.enc"
)
Sync to Cloud
python -m file_protector --cloud-sync --provider google --folder /secure_docs
Monitor Threats
from file_protector import ThreatMonitor
monitor = ThreatMonitor()
monitor.start() # Runs in background, sends Slack/email alerts
📜 License & Compliance
- License: Dual-licensed (Proprietary or GPLv3 for open-source use).
- Certifications:
- FIPS 140-2 (Pending)
- GDPR & HIPAA compliant logging.
🐛 Known Issues
- Issue #108: YubiKey NFC support unstable on Linux.
- Issue #115: Cloud sync may throttle on slow networks.
🔗 Links
GitHub Release Workflow for v2.0
- Tag Signed Commit:
git tag -s v2.0.0 -m "MFA, AI threat detection, and cloud sync" git push --tags
- Attach Build Artifacts:
- Windows (EXE/MSI)
- macOS (DMG/Universal Binary)
- Linux (AppImage, DEB/RPM)
- Announce: Post on PyPI, Reddit (r/netsec), and Hacker News.
Note to Users:
- Uninstall v1.x completely before upgrading (
pip uninstall python-file-protector
). - Enable MFA before migrating sensitive files.
Roadmap for v3.0:
- Blockchain-based file integrity proofs.
- ARM64 native support.
- Passwordless authentication (WebAuthn).
V.1.0.0
Release: Python File Protector v1.0.0
Tag Name: v1.0.0
(Follows Semantic Versioning)
Publisher: Royhtml
Release Date: 14/05/2025
15:30
Development
🔍 Overview
Python File Protector is a robust security tool designed to safeguard sensitive files against unauthorized access, tampering, or deletion. Ideal for both personal and enterprise use, it combines military-grade encryption with intuitive access controls.
(Caption: User-friendly interface with encryption/decryption options.)
✨ Key Features
1. Military-Grade Encryption
- Algorithm: AES-256 (FIPS 197 certified)
- Modes: CBC (Cipher Block Chaining) with PKCS7 padding
- Key Derivation: PBKDF2-HMAC-SHA512 (100,000 iterations)
- File Types: Supports all formats (
.txt
,.pdf
,.docx
, images, etc.)
2. Access Control
- Permission Management:
- Read-only mode
- Write protection (prevent modifications)
- Execute restrictions (for scripts)
- User Whitelisting: Authorize specific users/system processes.
3. Cross-Platform Compatibility
- OS Support:
- Windows 10/11 (x64)
- Linux (Debian/Ubuntu, RHEL)
- macOS (12.0+)
- CLI & GUI: Choose between command-line or graphical interface.
4. Integrity Verification
- Checksums: SHA-256 hashes for all encrypted files.
- Tamper Detection: Alerts if files are modified post-encryption.
📥 Installation
Option 1: PIP (Python Package Index)
pip install python-file-protector --upgrade
Prerequisites:
- Python 3.8+
pip
v22.0+
Option 2: Standalone Executables
- Windows: Download .EXE | SHA-256:
[INSERT_CHECKSUM]
Get-FileHash PythonFileProtector_v1.0.0.exe
- Linux (Debian):
sudo dpkg -i PythonFileProtector_v1.0.0.deb
⚙️ System Requirements
Component | Minimum Spec | Recommended |
---|---|---|
OS | Windows 10/x64 | Windows 11 |
RAM | 2 GB | 4 GB |
Storage | 50 MB free | 200 MB SSD |
Python | 3.8+ | 3.10+ |
🛠 Usage Examples
Encrypt a File
from file_protector import encrypt_file
encrypt_file("secret.docx", password="YourStrongPassword", output="secret.enc")
Decrypt a File
python -m file_protector --decrypt --input secret.enc --output secret.docx
📜 License & Legal
- License: Proprietary (© 2025 Python File Protector Team)
- Warranty: No liability for data loss. Use at your own risk.
- Compliance: GDPR-ready (EU), supports data sovereignty policies.
🐛 Known Issues
- Issue #42: Large files (>4GB) may slow encryption on HDDs.
- Workaround: Use SSD storage or split files.
🔗 Links
GitHub Release Workflow
- Create Tag:
git tag -a v1.0.0 -m "Stable release with AES-256 and GUI" git push origin v1.0.0
- Upload Assets: Attach
.exe
,.deb
, and checksums manually via GitHub UI. - Publish: Mark as "Latest Release" if stable.
Note to Maintainers:
- Always sign releases with GPG (
-s
flag ingit tag
). - Update checksums in the release notes post-upload.