https://github.com/lmlk-seal/chromenuke
ChromeNuke is a professional-grade secure deletion tool designed for complete Chrome browser data destruction.
https://github.com/lmlk-seal/chromenuke
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ChromeNuke is a professional-grade secure deletion tool designed for complete Chrome browser data destruction.
- Host: GitHub
- URL: https://github.com/lmlk-seal/chromenuke
- Owner: LMLK-seal
- License: mit
- Created: 2025-07-26T07:32:46.000Z (2 months ago)
- Default Branch: main
- Last Pushed: 2025-07-26T08:14:17.000Z (2 months ago)
- Last Synced: 2025-07-26T14:26:59.976Z (2 months ago)
- Topics: browser, chrome, customtkinter, data-destruction, deletion-tool, military-grade, nuke, privacy, privacy-protection, python, secure
- Language: Python
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- Size: 882 KB
- Stars: 0
- Watchers: 0
- Forks: 0
- Open Issues: 0
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Metadata Files:
- Readme: README.md
- License: LICENSE
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README
# 💀 ChromeNuke
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**Military-Grade Chrome Browser Data Destruction Tool**
*Professional-grade secure deletion with DoD 5220.22-M compliance*
[🚀 Quick Start](#-quick-start) • [📖 Documentation](#-features) • [🛡️ Security](#-security-compliance) • [💻 Screenshots](#-screenshots)
---
## 🎯 Overview
ChromeNuke is a professional-grade secure deletion tool designed for complete Chrome browser data destruction. Built with military-standard security protocols, it ensures forensic-level data elimination that prevents any possibility of recovery.
### ⚡ Key Highlights
- 🔒 **Military-Grade Security**: DoD 5220.22-M standard compliance
- 🎯 **Complete Destruction**: 3-35 configurable overwrite passes
- 🖥️ **Professional GUI**: Modern CustomTkinter interface
- 🌐 **Cross-Platform**: Windows, macOS, and Linux support
- 📊 **Detailed Analytics**: Comprehensive deletion statistics
- 🔍 **Smart Detection**: Automatic Chrome profile and cache discovery
---
## 🛡️ Security Compliance
### 🏛️ Military Standards
- **DoD 5220.22-M** compliant
- **NIST SP 800-88** guidelines
- **NSA/CSS Policy 9-12** standards
- Forensic-level data destruction
### 🔐 Deletion Methods
- **Zero-fill passes** (0x00)
- **One-fill passes** (0xFF)
- **Cryptographic random data**
- **File system synchronization**
- **Directory structure elimination**
---
## ✨ Features
### 🎛️ Core Functionality
| Feature | Description |
|---------|-------------|
| 🗂️ **Multi-Profile Support** | Detects and manages all Chrome profiles |
| 💾 **Cache Management** | Comprehensive cache directory handling |
| ⚙️ **Process Control** | Safe Chrome process termination |
| 📈 **Real-time Progress** | Live deletion progress with statistics |
| 🎚️ **Configurable Passes** | 3-35 overwrite passes (default: 7) |
| 📝 **Audit Logging** | Detailed operation logs for compliance |
### 🔍 Data Detection
- **Browser History** - Complete browsing records
- **Cookies & Sessions** - Authentication tokens
- **Downloaded Files** - Download history database
- **Cache Files** - Temporary internet files
- **Bookmarks** - Saved bookmark collections
- **Extensions** - Installed browser extensions
- **Stored Passwords** - Saved credential databases
- **Autofill Data** - Form completion data
### 🖥️ User Interface
- **Modern Dark Theme** - Professional appearance
- **Intuitive Controls** - Easy-to-use interface
- **Progress Tracking** - Real-time operation status
- **Error Handling** - Comprehensive error reporting
- **Keyboard Shortcuts** - Power user efficiency
- **Responsive Design** - Scales with window size
---
## 🚀 Quick Start
### 📋 Prerequisites
```bash
# Python 3.8 or higher required
python --version
# Required packages
pip install customtkinter psutil
```
### 💻 Installation
```bash
# Clone the repository
git clone https://github.com/LMLK-seal/ChromeNuke.git
cd ChromeNuke
# Install dependencies
pip install customtkinter psutil
# Run ChromeNuke
python chromenuke.py
```
### ⚡ Quick Usage
1. **🔍 Scan** - Click "Scan Chrome Data" to detect all Chrome installations
2. **⚙️ Configure** - Set deletion passes (3-35, default 7 for DoD compliance)
3. **✅ Select** - Choose specific profiles/caches to destroy
4. **⚠️ Terminate** - Close Chrome processes if running
5. **💀 Execute** - Click "SECURE DELETE" for permanent destruction
---
## 📸 Screenshots
🖼️ View Application Screenshots
### Main Interface
---
## 🛠️ Technical Specifications
### 🏗️ Architecture
```
ChromeNuke/
├── 🔧 Core Engine
│ ├── SecureDeletion class # DoD 5220.22-M implementation
│ ├── ChromeDataLocator class # Cross-platform data discovery
│ └── ProcessManager class # Chrome process management
├── 🎨 GUI Framework
│ ├── ChromeDataDestroyer # Main application window
│ ├── AboutDialog # Information dialog
│ └── CustomTkinter UI # Modern interface components
└── 📊 Analytics
├── DataAnalyzer class # Statistics and reporting
└── Logging system # Audit trail generation
```
### 🔒 Security Implementation
| Pass Type | Pattern | Purpose |
|-----------|---------|---------|
| **Pass 1** | `0x00` | Zero-fill overwrite |
| **Pass 2** | `0xFF` | One-fill overwrite |
| **Pass 3** | Random | Cryptographically secure random data |
| **Pass N** | Rotating | Continues pattern for additional passes |
### 🌍 Platform Support
| Platform | Status | Notes |
|----------|--------|-------|
| **Windows** | ✅ Full | Windows 10/11, all Chrome variants |
| **macOS** | ✅ Full | macOS 10.14+, Intel & Apple Silicon |
| **Linux** | ✅ Full | Ubuntu, Debian, Fedora, Arch |
---
## ⚠️ Important Warnings
### 🚨 **CRITICAL SECURITY NOTICE** 🚨
**ChromeNuke performs IRREVERSIBLE data destruction. Deleted data cannot be recovered by any means, including professional data recovery services.**
### 🔴 Before Using ChromeNuke:
- ✅ **Backup Important Data** - Export bookmarks, passwords if needed
- ✅ **Close Chrome Completely** - Ensure all Chrome processes are terminated
- ✅ **Verify Selections** - Double-check which profiles/data to delete
- ✅ **Test Environment** - Try on non-critical data first
- ✅ **Legal Compliance** - Ensure deletion complies with local laws
---
## 📚 Documentation
### 🎯 Use Cases
- **Corporate Security** - Employee device cleanup
- **Privacy Protection** - Personal data elimination
- **Forensic Investigation** - Evidence secure disposal
- **System Maintenance** - Complete browser reset
- **Security Auditing** - Data destruction verification
### 🔧 Configuration Options
```python
# Deletion passes configuration
DELETION_PASSES = {
'minimum': 3, # Basic security
'standard': 7, # DoD 5220.22-M compliance
'paranoid': 35 # Maximum security
}
# Supported Chrome variants
CHROME_VARIANTS = [
'Google Chrome',
'Chromium',
'Chrome Beta',
'Chrome Dev',
'Chrome Canary'
]
```
### 📋 Command Line Arguments
```bash
python chromenuke.py --help
python chromenuke.py --scan-only # Scan without GUI
python chromenuke.py --passes 35 # Set custom passes
python chromenuke.py --profile "Profile 1" # Target specific profile
```
---
### 🐛 Bug Reports
- Use the [Issue Tracker](https://github.com/LMLK-seal/ChromeNuke/issues)
- Include system information and logs
- Provide steps to reproduce
---
## 📄 Legal & Compliance
### 📜 License
This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the [LICENSE](LICENSE) file for details.
### ⚖️ Disclaimer
- ChromeNuke is provided "as is" without warranty
- Users are responsible for legal compliance in their jurisdiction
- Not liable for data loss or misuse
- Intended for legitimate security and privacy purposes only
### 🏛️ Compliance Standards
- **GDPR** - Right to erasure implementation
- **CCPA** - Consumer data deletion rights
- **HIPAA** - Healthcare data destruction
- **SOX** - Financial record management
- **DoD 5220.22-M** - Classified information handling
---
## 📞 Support & Contact
### 🆘 Need Help?
[](https://github.com/LMLK-seal/ChromeNuke/issues)
[](https://github.com/LMLK-seal/ChromeNuke/discussions)
---
## ⭐ Show Your Support
If ChromeNuke helps secure your data, please:
- ⭐ **Star this repository**
- 🐦 **Share on social media**
- 📝 **Write a review**
- 🤝 **Contribute to the project**
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