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Malicious code in alias-metrics (RubyGems)

0
High
Published: 06/25/2024 (06/25/2024, 13:47:48 UTC)
Source: GCVE Database
Product: alias-metrics

Description

The alias-metrics RubyGem version 0.1.2 contains malicious code as identified by the OpenSSF project. This package is flagged as a malicious package in the RubyGems ecosystem. There is no CVSS score or detailed technical exploit information available. No known exploits in the wild have been reported. No patch or remediation guidance is currently provided.

Affected software

RubyGemsmore threats →ghsa
alias-metrics
pkg:gem/alias-metrics
Affected versions
=0.1.2

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AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 07/19/2026, 01:12:31 UTC

Technical Analysis

The alias-metrics RubyGem version 0.1.2 has been identified as containing malicious code by the OpenSSF malicious packages database. This is a supply chain threat where the package itself is malicious, potentially leading to compromise if used. There is no detailed vulnerability or exploit information available, and no official patch or fix has been indicated. The advisory references GHSA-vr5p-wxcc-3m6j and MAL-2024-6562 identifiers.

Potential Impact

Use of the alias-metrics RubyGem version 0.1.2 may result in execution of malicious code embedded within the package. This can lead to compromise of systems or data where the package is installed. No specific exploit details or impact scenarios are provided, and no known active exploitation has been reported.

Mitigation Recommendations

Since no official patch or remediation is provided, the recommended action is to avoid using the alias-metrics RubyGem version 0.1.2. Users should remove this package from their environments if present and consider using trusted alternatives. Monitor official advisories for any updates or fixes.

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Technical Details

Gcve Source
db.gcve.eu
Osv Id
MAL-2024-6562
Osv Schema Version
1.7.4
Aliases
["GHSA-vr5p-wxcc-3m6j"]
Ecosystems
["RubyGems"]

Threat ID: 6a5ba74c44ab8fbf7c825ad9

Added to database: 07/18/2026, 16:18:20 UTC

Last enriched: 07/19/2026, 01:12:31 UTC

Last updated: 09/08/2026, 13:22:00 UTC

Views: 14

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