I always assumed that only officially verified bots were safe to use. However, it appears that any bot can now obtain a verified role, making it hard to establish trust. Recently, one particular bot inundated my server with excessive pings, which is a serious concern. I encourage everyone to remain alert and scrutinize bots carefully, to prevent further disruptions and protect other servers from potential issues.
I have encountered similar issues when managing community servers. Even with verification, bots can display unpredictable behavior if not thoroughly vetted. In my experience, a bot once began generating numerous pings without proper safeguards, disrupting our communication channels. It is advisable to implement stringent permission controls and continuously monitor bot activity regardless of their status. Taking a proactive approach by testing bots in a controlled environment can help prevent potential issues and maintain overall server stability.
In my own experience managing a server, I observed that verification no longer guarantees a bot’s safety or reliability. Previously, I was confident that verified bots had undergone a more rigorous process, but recent encounters have challenged that assumption. I have seen cases where certain verified bots generated excess pings that disrupted normal operations. It is essential to scrutinize any bot’s behavior independently of its verification status. I suggest closely monitoring bot activity and restricting permissions until you are confident they will not compromise server stability.