Security Overview · HalilDeniz/RansomwareSim

Security Considerations

Controlled Environment: Always use RansomwareSim in a controlled, isolated environment. It should never be run on any production or personal system.
Consent and Permission: Ensure that you have explicit consent from all individuals who have access to or are responsible for the environment where this tool is used.
Data Sensitivity: Do not use RansomwareSim on systems containing sensitive, personal, or confidential data, even in a testing environment.

Ethical Conduct: RansomwareSim is intended solely for educational and training purposes. Any use of this tool for malicious purposes is strictly prohibited.
Compliance with Laws: Users must comply with all applicable local, state, national, and international laws when using this tool. Unauthorized use of this tool may constitute a criminal offense.

Antivirus Software: Some antivirus programs may flag RansomwareSim as malicious. Inform participants about potential antivirus notifications and consider temporarily disabling antivirus software in a controlled testing environment.
Network Security: When running RansomwareSim, ensure that the test network is secure and isolated from other networks to prevent unintended spread or network traffic monitoring.

Backup Important Data: Always back up any important data before running RansomwareSim, even in a controlled environment, to prevent accidental loss.

Source Verification: Ensure that the source code for RansomwareSim is obtained from a reliable and trusted source to prevent the execution of tampered or malicious code.