Once an executable is run with user permissions, it can download additional payloads, such as ransomware or keyloggers .

On Windows, ensure "File name extensions" is checked in Folder Options so you can see if a file is actually a .png or a hidden .exe .

If you have run the file, change your Discord password immediately . This invalidates your current token and kicks the attacker out of your account.

Running Blitzed-image-logger.exe poses significant risks beyond just account loss:

To protect yourself from such threats, consider the following best practices:

Image loggers like "Blitzed" often leverage a technique called . While the file extension is .exe (an executable program), attackers frequently use social engineering to trick users into running it. They might: