🔐 PassGenerator

A secure password generator tool written in Python that creates strong, random passwords for enhanced security.

✨ Enhanced Version:
Originally part of my Python for Security Repository, now available as a standalone tool.

📑 Index

• Features
• Installation
• Usage
• Security Features
• AI Transparency
• About the Author
• Contributing
• License

✨ Features

• Generates cryptographically secure random passwords
• Customizable password length and character sets
• Exclude similar characters (like 'l' and '1')
• Copy password to clipboard functionality
• Simple command-line interface

💡 Tip: For maximum security, generate passwords with at least 18 characters including uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and special symbols.

📦 Installation

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/ThiagoMaria-SecurityIT/PassGenerator.git
   cd PassGenerator

2. Install dependencies:

   pip install -r requirements.txt

🚀 Usage

Run the password generator:

python main.py

🔐 Security Features

• Cryptographically Secure Generation
  • Utilizes Python's secrets module (OS-level entropy sources)
  • Generates truly random passwords using secrets module
  • Guarantees at least one character from each selected character set
• Secure Memory Handling
  • Passwords are wiped from memory after generation
• Controlled Clipboard Exposure
  • Automatic clipboard clearing after 30 seconds with visual countdown
  • Detects external clipboard modifications during countdown

🤖 AI Transparency

This application was developed with AI assistance to generate and refine the Python code, and is designed for Cybersecurity and InfoSec professionals at all experience levels.

Important Notes:

• Do not use this application without considering potential security implications in your work environment
• Always consult your Cybersecurity, InfoSec or IT department before deployment
• The AI-generated code has been thoroughly reviewed for security best practices

👨‍💻 About the Author

Thiago Maria - From Brazil to the World 🌎
Senior Security Information Professional | Passionate Programmer | AI Developer

With a professional background in security analysis and a deep passion for programming, I created this GitHub account to share knowledge about security information, cybersecurity, Python and AI development practices. Most of my work focuses on implementing security-first approaches at companies while maintaining usability and productivity.

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🤝 Contributing

Contributions are welcome! Please:

1. Fork the repository
2. Create a new branch
3. Submit a pull request

Ways to Contribute:
Want to see more upgrades? Help me keep it updated!

📜 License

This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.