A prank-style fullscreen GUI "ransomware" simulation made using Python and Tkinter. Ideal for trolling your friends or classmates by pretending their GPA is at stake — unless, of course, they bring you a cold coffee ☕.
⚠️ Disclaimer: This project is for educational and prank purposes only. It does not encrypt any files or cause real harm.
- 🖥️ Fullscreen app with system key blocking.
- 😈 Fake ransom note demanding cold coffee.
- ⏱️ Countdown timer simulating urgency (default 5 mins).
- 🔐 Blocks Escape, Alt+F4, Ctrl+W, F11, and even Windows key.
- 🔓 Hidden exit combo:
CTRL + Q.
- Python 3.x
keyboardmodule:
pip install keyboardpython ransom_bae.pyRun the following command to generate a standalone Windows executable:
python -m PyInstaller --noconsole --onefile --icon=path\to\icon.ico --name=final_project ransom_bae.pyNote: If
CTRL+Qexit doesn't work in the.exe, try adjusting permissions or run as administrator. Some keyboard hooks require elevated access OR you can press power button to shutdown.
To escape the app, press:
CTRL + Q
- 💸 Pay Ransom — Simulates paying for file decryption.
- 💻 Try to Hack Back — Shows failure message (you ain't Neo).
- 😵 Give Up — Accepts defeat, GPA = RIP 💀.
"Bring cold coffee, save your GPA."
ransom_bae/
├── ransom_bae.py # Main prank ransomware script
├── final_project.exe # Compiled executable (Windows)
├── README.md # You're reading this
└── ransom_bae/Github-Octicons-Copilot-error-16.ico # Optional custom icon
MIT License. Prank responsibly.