Malicious Code in discord-bottt (npm)

discord-bottt Updated 02 Oct 2025

Summary

24/11/2023
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MAL-2023-8609: Malicious code in discord-bottt (npm). Affects discord-bottt versions 1.0.2. No fix is published. How to fix ↓

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Background

discord-bottt is an npm package that provides functionality for creating and managing Discord bots. It is widely used by developers to automate tasks and enhance user experiences on the Discord platform. However, the package has been found to contain malicious code, posing a significant security risk to any computer that has it installed or running.

Vulnerability Detail

The malicious code in discord-bottt has been identified as a serious threat. It is advised to consider any computer with this package compromised. The code may grant full control of the computer to an external entity, potentially exposing sensitive information such as secrets and keys. Removing the package does not guarantee the removal of all malicious software resulting from its installation. Immediate action is required to rotate all affected secrets and keys from a different computer.

How To Fix

This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.

npm uninstall discord-bottt

If it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.

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Workaround

There is no known workaround for this vulnerability. It is crucial to follow the steps mentioned in the 'how_to_fix' section to mitigate the risk effectively.

Conclusion

The presence of malicious code in the discord-bottt npm package poses a significant security risk. It is crucial to take immediate action by rotating all affected secrets and keys, removing the package, and conducting a thorough security scan. For further support and assistance in vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.

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FAQ

discord-bottt is an npm package used for creating and managing Discord bots.

The malicious code can compromise the security of your computer, granting control to an external entity and potentially exposing sensitive information.

If you have discord-bottt installed, it is crucial to rotate all secrets and keys stored on your computer from a different, secure computer. Additionally, remove the package and perform a thorough security scan.

While removing the discord-bottt package is recommended, it does not guarantee the removal of all malicious software resulting from its installation. A thorough security scan is necessary to ensure complete cleanup.

After removing discord-bottt, it is essential to perform a comprehensive security scan and cleanup of your computer to eliminate any remaining malicious software.

How To Fix

This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.

npm uninstall discord-bottt

If it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.

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