Discord Developer Discord: RAT-Infested Python Package Exposed!
Beware of “discordpydebug,” a malicious Python package that has been targeting Discord developers since March 2022. Disguised as an error logger utility, it deploys a remote access trojan, turning devices into remote-controlled systems. Over 11,000 downloads later, it remains a cautionary tale for developers on PyPI.
Hot Take:
Oh, PyPI, you cheeky little code repository, you! Who knew Python could slither its way into Discord developers’ systems like a sneaky serpent? The “discordpydebug” package is giving the term “open-source” a whole new meaning, as in “open your system to cybercriminals.” Who needs enemies when you’ve got Python packages like these?
Key Points:
- Malicious Python package “discordpydebug” targets Discord developers with RAT malware.
- Over 11,000 downloads on PyPI since March 2022, despite zero documentation.
- Socket cybersecurity company discovered the malware’s data theft and remote code execution capabilities.
- Attackers use misleading package names and copied code to trick users.
- Developers advised to verify packages and use security tools to detect malicious code.
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