If you’ve recently come across a file named —whether it was sent to you in a DM, found on a community forum, or appeared in a "mod pack"— do not run it.
Below is a blog post detailing the risks associated with this specific file and how to protect yourself. Security Alert: The Hidden Dangers of "KhamoraDiscord.exe"
Discord will never ask you to download a standalone .exe via a DM or a third-party website to "update" your client. KhamoraDiscord.exe
Once executed, KhamoraDiscord.exe can perform several harmful actions:
Be wary of any file ending in .exe , .jar , or .bat from unverified sources. If you’ve recently come across a file named
Uses your account to send the same malicious file to everyone on your friends list.
Attackers typically use social engineering to trick users into downloading the file: Once executed, KhamoraDiscord
Disguised as a tool for "better" Discord features or game cheats. The Risks of Running the File