matteoLED / enigma-crypt

Enigma Machine Encryption

This project implements a simple Enigma machine in Python to encrypt and decrypt messages. The Enigma machine was a mechanical encryption device used during World War II to secure German communications. It became famous for being broken by British cryptanalysts, including Alan Turing.

Features

• Encryption and decryption of messages using the Enigma machine.
• Ability to customize the configuration of the Enigma machine by modifying the rotors and reflectors.
• Random generation of initial rotor positions for enhanced security.

Installation

1. Make sure you have Python 3 installed on your system.
2. Clone this repository or download the source files.
3. Run the Python script using the following command:

python3 enigma.py

Usage

Run the enigma.py script and follow the instructions to enter the message to encrypt. The encrypted message will be displayed on the screen.

Custom Configuration

You can customize the configuration of the Enigma machine by modifying the rotors and reflectors in the enigma.py script. Refer to the "Usage Example" section in the script to understand how to configure the machine with your own settings.