How to use Capricorn

Set-up To install Capricorn, one must have the Java Runtime Environment installed. Executing the JAR file should be done using a terminal such as bash (on Linux) or via commandprompt/powershell (on Windows). Mac OS X is not supported, although future this is considered for future releases. Simply executing the JAR will provide you with a … Read more

Avoiding a ransomware outbreak with Capricorn

For those who missed my initial blogpost about Capricorn, I’ll give a short recap about the program its functionalities. Capricorn creates folders and files on the computer. These files are monitored and a change to any of the files will trigger Capricorn to commence shutdown, regardless of the open files on the computer. These folders … Read more