To test the Ransomware on your machine:

• Edit self.localRoot and path variables in the RansomWare.py file with your own absolute paths. For testing purposes you can use the localRoot directory.

• [ATTACKER] Run the RSA_private_public_keys.py script to generate two keys: a private and public key.

• [TARGET] Run the ransomware script - localRoot .txt files will be encrypted now.

• [ATTACKER] Run the Decrypt_fernet_key.py script to decrypt the EMAIL_ME.txt file (will be on your desktop), this will give you a PUT_ME_ON_DESKtOP.txt file. Once you put this on the desktop, the ransomware will decrypt the localRoot files in that directory.

This tool is only for testing and academic purposes and can only be used where strict consent has been given. Do not use it for illegal purposes! It is the end user’s responsibility to obey all applicable local, state and federal laws. Developers assume no liability and are not responsible for any misuse or damage caused by this tool and software in general.