File Encryption

This Java Maven project provides a file encryption and decryption utility using the AES algorithm. The application includes a command-line interface (CLI) to facilitate key management for users, allowing them to create, delete, select, and retrieve keys for encryption and decryption processes.

Key Features

• AES Encryption/Decryption: Utilizes the AES algorithm for secure file encryption and decryption.
• Command-Line Interface: Provides a user-friendly CLI for managing cryptographic keys.
• Key Creation and Deletion: Users can create and delete cryptographic keys as needed.
• Key Selection: Supports the selection of a specific key for use in encryption and decryption.

Usage

To use this application, follow these steps:

1. Build the Project:

   • Ensure that you have Maven installed on your system.
   • Open the project in IntelliJ or your preferred Java IDE.
   • Build the project using Maven. You can do this by running the Maven clean install command or using the IDE's build tools.

2. Run the Application:

   • Via IntelliJ:
     • Open the project in IntelliJ.
     • Locate the Main class.
     • Right-click on the main class and choose "Run" from the context menu.
     • The CLI will guide you through the available key management commands.

Project Structure

The project structure follows Maven conventions:

• src/main/java/org/zenith: Contains the Java source code.
• src/test/java/org/zenith: Contains the test classes for unit testing.
• target: The default output directory for compiled classes and generated JAR files.
• pom.xml: The Maven Project Object Model file, defining project configuration.

Commands

Key Commands

The key commands available in the CLI include:

• create [Key]: Creates a new cryptographic key with the specified name.
• delete [Key]: Deletes an existing cryptographic key with the specified name.
• get [Key]: Retrieves information about an existing cryptographic key.
• list: Lists all generated cryptographic keys.
• select [Key]: Selects a cryptographic key for encryption and decryption.

Encryption Commands

The encryption commands available in the CLI include:

• encrypt [path]: Encrypts the file located at the specified path.
• decrypt [path]: Decrypts the file located at the specified path.

Contributing

Contributions to this project are welcome! If you encounter issues or have suggestions for improvements, please open a issue or submit a pull request.

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License. Feel free to use, modify, and distribute the code