Malicious code in adequate-serializer (RubyGems)
--- _-= Per source details. Do not edit below this line.=-_ ## Source: ghsa-malware (f0bc0f89a179e1ec116d74ffd3b31c28142c457601ce1dffa4c67da400a21155) --- Credit: [OpenSSF](https://github.com/ossf/malicious-packages) ([source](https://github.com/ossf/malicious-packages/blob/9fbb5fba02ba2f02395d3d2d43c31b2c482b7a9d/osv/malicious/rubygems/adequate-serializer/MAL-2024-6513.json))
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'adequate-serializer' RubyGems package version 0.3.1 has been flagged as containing malicious code by the OpenSSF malicious packages project. This indicates that the package was intentionally crafted or altered to include harmful functionality. The data does not provide details on the nature of the malicious code or its impact. No patch or fix information is available, and the package is not a cloud service. The threat is specific to the exact version 0.3.1 of this package.
Potential Impact
Users who install or use 'adequate-serializer' version 0.3.1 may be exposed to malicious code execution or other harmful effects inherent to the compromised package. The exact impact is not detailed, but supply chain compromises can lead to unauthorized code execution, data compromise, or system integrity issues.
Mitigation Recommendations
No official patch or remediation is currently documented. Users should avoid using 'adequate-serializer' version 0.3.1 and remove it if already installed. Monitor vendor or repository advisories for updates or fixed versions. Since this is a malicious package, replacing it with a trusted alternative or verifying package integrity before use is recommended.
Malicious code in adequate-serializer (RubyGems)
Description
--- _-= Per source details. Do not edit below this line.=-_ ## Source: ghsa-malware (f0bc0f89a179e1ec116d74ffd3b31c28142c457601ce1dffa4c67da400a21155) --- Credit: [OpenSSF](https://github.com/ossf/malicious-packages) ([source](https://github.com/ossf/malicious-packages/blob/9fbb5fba02ba2f02395d3d2d43c31b2c482b7a9d/osv/malicious/rubygems/adequate-serializer/MAL-2024-6513.json))
Affected software
Run on your own infrastructure? Check whether these packages are installed with threat-finder — our free open-source scanner.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'adequate-serializer' RubyGems package version 0.3.1 has been flagged as containing malicious code by the OpenSSF malicious packages project. This indicates that the package was intentionally crafted or altered to include harmful functionality. The data does not provide details on the nature of the malicious code or its impact. No patch or fix information is available, and the package is not a cloud service. The threat is specific to the exact version 0.3.1 of this package.
Potential Impact
Users who install or use 'adequate-serializer' version 0.3.1 may be exposed to malicious code execution or other harmful effects inherent to the compromised package. The exact impact is not detailed, but supply chain compromises can lead to unauthorized code execution, data compromise, or system integrity issues.
Mitigation Recommendations
No official patch or remediation is currently documented. Users should avoid using 'adequate-serializer' version 0.3.1 and remove it if already installed. Monitor vendor or repository advisories for updates or fixed versions. Since this is a malicious package, replacing it with a trusted alternative or verifying package integrity before use is recommended.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2024-6513
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-fw3f-3439-wh48"]
- Ecosystems
- ["RubyGems"]
Threat ID: 6a5ba76444ab8fbf7c826b00
Added to database: 07/18/2026, 16:18:44 UTC
Last enriched: 07/18/2026, 18:58:22 UTC
Last updated: 09/10/2026, 18:28:45 UTC
Views: 16
Community Reviews
0 reviewsCrowdsource mitigation strategies, share intel context, and vote on the most helpful responses. Sign in to add your voice and help keep defenders ahead.
Want to contribute mitigation steps or threat intel context? Sign in or create an account to join the community discussion.
Actions
Updates to AI analysis require Pro Console access. Upgrade inside Console → Billing.
External Links
Need more coverage?
Upgrade to Pro Console for AI refresh and higher limits.
For incident response and remediation, OffSeq services can help resolve threats faster.
Latest Threats
Check if your credentials are on the dark web
Instant breach scanning across billions of leaked records. Free tier available.