CVE-2024-43404
Megacord Megabot remote code execution
- Published20 Aug 2024
Description
MEGABOT is a fully customized Discord bot for learning and fun. The `/math` command and functionality of MEGABOT versions < 1.5.0 contains a remote code execution vulnerability due to a Python `eval()`. The vulnerability allows an attacker to inject Python code into the `expression` parameter when using `/math` in any Discord channel. This vulnerability impacts any discord guild utilizing MEGABOT. This vulnerability was fixed in release version 1.5.0.
CVSS 3.1 breakdown
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:HAffected products
Remediation
Frequently asked
Is CVE-2024-43404 being actively exploited?
CVE-2024-43404 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit probability is 1.11%.
How severe is CVE-2024-43404?
CVE-2024-43404 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8, rated critical. EPSS estimates a 1.11% probability of exploitation.
Which products are affected by CVE-2024-43404?
Affected products include Megacord Megabot.
How do I fix CVE-2024-43404?
Upgrade affected software to a fixed version, for example Megacord Megabot 1.5.0 or later, then confirm no affected versions remain in your inventory.
How Secuno handles this
Secuno correlates vulnerabilities like CVE-2024-43404 against the real software inventory on every managed device, as each hourly inventory arrives. Rather than a static severity, each match is scored in context: exploit availability, EPSS, the asset's exposure, and business criticality decide where it lands in the queue. If an affected version is present anywhere across your portfolio, it surfaces automatically with a prioritised remediation path.
Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.