Credential Manager

Description

A secure, console-based password manager built using Java and Python. This project leverages the Cryptography module for AES-based encryption and Flask to bridge Python with Java via REST APIs. A dedicated virtual environment handles Python dependencies, all listed in Creden_Req.txt. Designed with both practicality and protection in mind.

💡 Learn more about virtual environments here

Features

• 🔐 Generates strong, truly random alphanumeric passwords
• ✨ Lets users customize password length
• 📊 Built-in Password Strength Checker
• 🧠 SHA-256 used in the password organizer for added integrity
• 🔒 Encrypts stored passwords to ensure data confidentiality.

Credentials

• Password to access Password Organiser: spark

System Requirements

• Java 17
• Python 3.11
• Flask 3.0
• Cryptography 42.0
• SQLAlchemy 2.0
• Terminal or Command Prompt

Steps to Run

1. Clone the repository

   git clone https://github.com/Melvin-Shalom/Credential_Manager.git

2. Navigate to the project directory

   cd Credential_Manager/

3. Create & activate the virtual environment

   python -m venv venv
   source venv/bin/activate   # For Linux/macOS
   .\venv\Scripts\activate    # For Windows

4. Install dependencies

   pip install -r Creden_Req.txt

5. Run the Python server

   python PY_dec.py

6. In a new terminal, navigate back to the project directory

   cd Credential_Manager/

7. Compile and run the Java client

   javac Main.java && java Main

Usage

• Use the Java client to interact with the secure credential system.
• Backend logic like encryption, password generation, and strength checks run via Flask APIs.
• All passwords are stored encrypted and processed securely with modern cryptographic standards.

Future Scope

• Implement user authentication with usernames alongside passwords for enhanced security.
• Add a graphical user interface (GUI) for easier, more intuitive interaction.
• Integrate multi-factor authentication (MFA) to boost account protection.
• Enable cloud syncing and backup to access passwords across devices securely.
• Support importing/exporting password data in encrypted formats for portability.
• Incorporate advanced analytics to detect weak or reused passwords.
• Expand encryption options with cutting-edge algorithms for stronger data protection.
• Add role-based access control for multi-user environments (e.g., family, teams).

Author

Developed with precision and passion by Melvin Shalom 🧠💻

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License.