Secure File Transfer with TLS

This project implements a secure file transfer system in Java using Transport Layer Security (TLS). The system consists of a server and a client that enable secure file transfer between them.

Table of Contents

• Project Overview
• Features
• Getting Started
  • Prerequisites
  • Usage
• Project Structure

Project Overview

This project serves as an introduction to network application programming in Java with a focus on security and was done in a COMPX204 paper. It covers the following key components:

• Implementing the TLS handshake for secure communication.
• Secure file transfer between the server and client.

Features

• Secure TLS communication between the server and client.
• Client-server architecture for file transfer.
• Server authentication with certificates.
• File request and transfer functionalities.

Getting Started

Prerequisites

Before running the project, ensure you have the following installed:

• Java Development Kit (JDK)
• OpenSSL (for certificate generation)

Usage

1. Clone this repository:

2. Compile and run the server:

• javac MyTLSFileServer.java
• java MyTLSFileServer

3. Compile and run the Client:

• javac MyTLSFileClient.java
• java MyTLSFileClient

Project Structure: