txxmo/pwdcheck

small password check and generator for my CS class

pwdcheck

Overview

pwdcheck is a password strength checker application designed to assess the strength of passwords based on various criteria. It provides a graphical user interface for users to input passwords and receive real-time feedback on their strength.

Features

• Password Strength Assessment: Evaluate the strength of passwords based on length, character types, and additional criteria.
• Real-time Feedback: Receive instant feedback on the strength of passwords as they are entered.
• MD5 and SHA-1 Hashing: Generate MD5 and SHA-1 hashes for passwords for additional security verification.
• Tray Icon Integration: Minimize the application to the system tray for easy access and quick password checks.
• Customizable Requirements: Define custom password strength requirements to suit specific security policies.
• Dependency on OpenSSL Binaries: Utilizes OpenSSL binaries for cryptographic operations.

Requirements

• Operating System: Compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux.
• OpenSSL Binaries: Required for cryptographic operations.
• Visual C++ Redistributable (Windows): Required for Windows systems if not statically linked.
• Dependencies: Ensure all required dependencies are installed and accessible on the system.

Usage

1. Installation: Download and install the pwdcheck application.
2. Run the Application: Launch the pwdcheck executable.
3. Input Passwords: Enter passwords into the application window to assess their strength.
4. Receive Feedback: Receive instant feedback on password strength and cryptographic hashes.
5. Minimize to Tray: Optionally minimize the application to the system tray for easy access.

Contributing

Contributions to pwdcheck are welcome! If you encounter any issues or have suggestions for improvements, please feel free to submit a pull request or open an issue on the GitHub repository.

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License.