CVE-2021-21433CWE-94

Remote code execution on discord-recon .dirsearch and .arjun commands due to improper input validation

Critical · published April 9, 2021

CVSS v3.1
9.9
EPSS
3%
Percentile
87.1
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A single bot command in Discord could give an attacker the keys to your server kingdom! 🔥 Think of it like a mischievous guest at a party who discovers the host's secret stash of keys and uses them to access restricted areas—like the fridge or even the vault! This flaw lets remote users execute whatever they want on the server without breaking a sweat. If exploited, this vulnerability could mean total chaos—attackers could run harmful commands, steal sensitive data, or even take full control of your server. It's a recipe for disaster that could leave your community in shambles!

Put simply

Think of it like a mischievous guest at a party who discovers the host's secret stash of keys and uses them to access restricted areas—like the fridge or even the vault! This flaw lets remote users execute whatever they want on the server without breaking a sweat. This remote code execution vulnerability in Discord Recon Server (version 0.0.1) allows untrustworthy users to send malicious commands that the server will execute as if they were legitimate. The bot doesn't validate commands properly, making it an easy target for exploitation.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could mean total chaos—attackers could run harmful commands, steal sensitive data, or even take full control of your server. It's a recipe for disaster that could leave your community in shambles! To protect your server, upgrade Discord Recon Server to version 0.0.2 immediately. Make sure to review your Discord bots and monitor any unusual activity. Staying updated and vigilant is your best defense! You've got this! By taking these steps, you're one step closer to securing your server and keeping your community safe. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.9 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:L/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02960 · 87.1th percentile
Weakness
CWE-94 · Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection')
Published
2021-04-09T17:55Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 09 APR 17:55Z
    Remote code execution on discord-recon .dirsearch and .arjun commands due to improper input validation
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