USB Guard is an advanced workstation security solution for Windows that turns USB drives into physical authentication keys using native Windows Kernel APIs.

- Zero-Trust Security: Validates unique hardware serial numbers through direct Kernel API calls, ensuring only authorized USB drives can unlock your PC.
- Brute-Force Protection: Exponential delay penalties after failed unlock attempts prevent automated attacks.
- High-Fidelity Lock Screen: Glassmorphism aesthetics with GPU-accelerated blur effects that blend seamlessly with your desktop wallpaper.
- System Integration: Auto-mutes volume when locked, persists via Windows Registry, and covers all connected monitors.
- Master Recovery Key: Exportable backup codes ensure you never get permanently locked out.
- Lightweight: Runs efficiently using direct native APIs instead of heavy middleware, keeping resource usage minimal.

Built with .NET 10, WPF, and Fluent Design. Open source under MIT License.

Features

  • Hardware-Based Authentication
  • Brute-Force Attack Prevention
  • Glassmorphism Lock Screen
  • Master Recovery Key System
  • Deep Windows Integration

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License

MIT License

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Additional Project Details

Operating Systems

Windows

Languages

English, Spanish

Intended Audience

End Users/Desktop, System Administrators

User Interface

Win32 (MS Windows), Windows Aero

Programming Language

C#

Database Environment

Project is a file-based DBMS (database system)

Related Categories

C# Cybersecurity Tool, C# Encryption Algorithms, C# Identity and Access Management (IAM) Software

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2026-04-13