Malicious code in alias-metrics (RubyGems)
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.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
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.
Malicious code in alias-metrics (RubyGems)
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.
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Machine-generated threat intelligence
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.
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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