https://github.com/panagiotiskotsorgios/timed-pc-protection-layer
A stealth security program that adds a timed challenge to protect your PC, shutting down if unauthorized users fail to meet the task. Ensures an extra layer of data protection even after login credentials are compromised.
https://github.com/panagiotiskotsorgios/timed-pc-protection-layer
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A stealth security program that adds a timed challenge to protect your PC, shutting down if unauthorized users fail to meet the task. Ensures an extra layer of data protection even after login credentials are compromised.
- Host: GitHub
- URL: https://github.com/panagiotiskotsorgios/timed-pc-protection-layer
- Owner: PanagiotisKotsorgios
- License: cc0-1.0
- Created: 2024-10-10T10:19:46.000Z (over 1 year ago)
- Default Branch: main
- Last Pushed: 2025-03-09T19:49:48.000Z (over 1 year ago)
- Last Synced: 2025-07-08T15:02:47.493Z (11 months ago)
- Topics: additional-layer, automation, c, data-protection, folder-trigger, low-level-programming, open-source-security, pc-security, privacy, startup-program, stealth-security, system-calls, system-shutdown, timed-shutdown, windows-security
- Language: C
- Homepage:
- Size: 47.9 KB
- Stars: 1
- Watchers: 1
- Forks: 0
- Open Issues: 0
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Metadata Files:
- Readme: README.md
- License: LICENSE
- Security: SECURITY.md
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README
# Advanced Security Layer for Windows
This program adds an **additional layer of security** to your PC, ensuring that even if an attacker gains access to your login credentials, your data remains protected.. Upon successful login, the user is prompted to complete a secret action: creating a folder named **"Hello"** on the desktop within **40 seconds**. Failure to complete this action results in an **automatic system shutdown**, preventing unauthorized access to your data.
The program operates **discreetly** in the background with no visible windows or pop-ups, ensuring that only the owner is aware of its presence, thereby enhancing the security of your personal information.
## How It Works
Once a user logs in, a **40-second timer** begins. To prevent the system from shutting down, the user must create a folder on the desktop named **"Hello"**. If the folder is not created within the time limit, the computer will automatically shut down, thereby protecting your data from unauthorized access.
## Features
- **Stealth Mode**: The program runs invisibly without any pop-ups or notifications, ensuring the attacker remains unaware of the extra security layer.
- **Simple yet Effective**: The shutdown mechanism is triggered if the required action is not performed, preventing an attacker from accessing your data even if they have logged in.
- **Configurable**: The program is open for enhancements and allows contributions for adding additional security features.
## Installation & Setup
Follow these steps to install and set up the program:
| Step | Action |
|------|--------|
| 1 | **Download the repository**. |
| 2 | **Open the Startup Folder**:
Press `Win + R` and type `shell:startup` to open the Startup folder. |
| 3 | **Create a Shortcut**:
- Right-click inside the folder and select **New > Shortcut**.
- In the shortcut wizard, locate the `app.exe` file and create a shortcut for it.
- Click **Next** and name the shortcut something discreet, such as **"Windows Manager"**, to maintain stealth. |
| 4 | Once completed, the program will automatically run every time the system starts. |
> **Note**: Delete the folder before shutting off the machine so the script can work next time again.
## Contributing
We welcome contributions to improve this project. If you'd like to enhance the security features or add new functionality, feel free to submit your ideas or create a pull request.