https://github.com/darkstarbdx/cryptid0
**Cryptid 0.1** 🛡️ is an educational Python tool for simulating DDoS attacks. Understand DDoS mechanics responsibly. Explore defense strategies and network resilience. Ensure legal compliance and use with permission. Ideal for cybersecurity education and testing. Learn with Cryptid 0.1!
https://github.com/darkstarbdx/cryptid0
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**Cryptid 0.1** 🛡️ is an educational Python tool for simulating DDoS attacks. Understand DDoS mechanics responsibly. Explore defense strategies and network resilience. Ensure legal compliance and use with permission. Ideal for cybersecurity education and testing. Learn with Cryptid 0.1!
- Host: GitHub
- URL: https://github.com/darkstarbdx/cryptid0
- Owner: darkstarbdx
- Created: 2024-06-24T12:09:28.000Z (11 months ago)
- Default Branch: main
- Last Pushed: 2024-06-24T12:15:08.000Z (11 months ago)
- Last Synced: 2025-02-08T19:39:18.961Z (4 months ago)
- Topics: ddos, ethical-hacking, python, stress-testing
- Language: Python
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- Stars: 0
- Watchers: 1
- Forks: 0
- Open Issues: 0
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- Readme: README.md
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# Cryptid 0.1
⚠️ **Warning: This tool is intended for educational purposes only. Unauthorized use may violate laws and regulations. Use responsibly and with permission. The Creator is not responsible for any damage caused by misuse of this tool**
Cryptid 0.1 is a Python-based tool designed for educational purposes to simulate DDoS (Distributed Denial of Service) attacks. It allows users to understand the mechanics of DDoS attacks and explore defensive strategies.
## Installation
### Linux/Ubuntu
1. **Clone the repository:**
```bash
git clone https://github.com/darkstarbdx/cryptid0.git
cd cryptid0
```
2. **Install dependencies:**
- Ensure Python 3 and pip are installed:
```bash
sudo apt-get update
sudo apt-get install python3 python3-pip
```
- Install required Python packages using `requirements.txt`:
```bash
pip3 install -r requirements.txt
```
### Termux (Android)
1. **Install Termux from the Google Play Store.**
2. **Setup Termux:**
```bash
pkg update && pkg upgrade
pkg install python git
```
3. **Clone the repository:**
```bash
git clone https://github.com/darkstarbdx/cryptid0.git
cd cryptid0
```
4. **Install dependencies:**
```bash
pip install -r requirements.txt
```
## Usage
⚠️ **Warning: Ensure you have explicit permission to use this tool on any network or system. Unauthorized usage is illegal and unethical. The Creator is not responsible for any damage caused by misuse of this tool**
1. **Navigate to the directory:**
```bash
cd cryptid0
```
2. **Run the script:**
- Linux/Ubuntu:
```bash
python3 cryptid.py
```
- Termux:
```bash
python cryptid.py
```
3. **Follow the prompts to configure the attack:**
- Enter the target URL, number of threads, and attack duration as prompted.
4. **Stop the attack:**
- To terminate the attack, press `Ctrl + C`. The script will handle this interruption gracefully and stop sending requests.
## Additional Notes
⚠️ **Warning: This tool should only be used in controlled environments for educational purposes. Be aware of legal implications and use responsibly. The Creator is not responsible for any damage caused by misuse of this tool**
- **Legal Compliance:** Ensure you have permission to use and test such tools in your environment. Unauthorized use can lead to legal consequences.
- **Educational Use:** Use this tool responsibly for educational purposes only, to understand and mitigate DDoS attacks.