DiscordRAT 2.0 β When Discord Becomes a Command
1/6 π DiscordRAT 2.0 β When Discord Becomes a Command Center
DiscordRAT 2.0 is a Remote Access Trojan (RAT) that uses as its command-and-control channel.
Instead of connecting to suspicious servers, it communicates through Discord, making detection harder.
2/6 βοΈ How It Operates
Once installed on a victimβs system, DiscordRAT connects to a hidden Discord bot.
Attackers can then remotely control the infected computer through Discord commands β silently and instantly.
It blends with normal Discord traffic.
3/6 π₯ What Attackers Can Do
β’ Monitor victim activity
β’ Access files and folders
β’ Capture screenshots
β’ Log keystrokes
β’ Steal credentials
β’ Execute remote commands
Full system control β from anywhere.
4/6 π― Why It's Hard to Detect
DiscordRAT is dangerous because:
β’ Uses trusted Discord servers
β’ Traffic appears legitimate
β’ No obvious malicious server connection
β’ Bypasses basic firewall rules
It hides in plain sight.
5/6 π¨ Common Infection Methods
Attackers spread it through:
β’ Fake cracked software
β’ Malicious downloads
β’ Phishing links
β’ Fake game mods or tools
β’ Social engineering
One careless download is enough.
6/6 π‘οΈ How to Stay Protected
β’ Avoid downloading untrusted files
β’ Use updated antivirus protection
β’ Monitor unknown background processes
β’ Enable firewall protection
β’ Be cautious with Discord downloads
Your awareness is your strongest defense.
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