Overview
Description
Ephor is a Python security utility that monitors global paste events, matches clipboard contents against secret-detection rules, and alerts the user before credentials are pasted into a browser.
Problem solved
Secrets can be pasted into the wrong destination surprisingly easily, especially while switching between terminals, browser tabs, and password managers.
Role and contributions
Implemented the local agent flow, rule loading, and notification experience for a lightweight security guardrail.
- Wired global paste detection into a background monitoring loop
- Added regex-driven secret matching and browser-aware warnings
- Documented packaging, permissions, and local runtime requirements