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Malicious code in ansible-tower_client (RubyGems)

0
High
Published: 06/25/2024 (06/25/2024, 13:48:17 UTC)
Source: GCVE Database
Product: ansible-tower_client

Description

The ansible-tower_client RubyGem version 0.21.0 contains malicious code as identified by the OpenSSF malicious packages database. This is a supply chain threat involving a compromised or intentionally harmful package distributed via RubyGems. No CVSS score or detailed technical exploit information is provided.

Affected software

RubyGemsmore threats →ghsa
ansible-tower_client
pkg:gem/ansible-tower_client
Affected versions
=0.21.0

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AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 07/19/2026, 01:06:41 UTC

Technical Analysis

The ansible-tower_client RubyGem version 0.21.0 has been flagged as containing malicious code by the OpenSSF malicious-packages project. This indicates that the package itself is harmful and may execute unauthorized or malicious actions when used. There is no detailed vulnerability or exploit information available, nor is there a vendor advisory or patch information. The threat is classified as a malicious package rather than a traditional vulnerability.

Potential Impact

Use of the affected version (=0.21.0) of ansible-tower_client may lead to execution of malicious code embedded within the package. This can compromise the security of systems that install or run this package. No known exploits in the wild have been reported at this time.

Mitigation Recommendations

Since no patch or remediation is currently documented, users should avoid using ansible-tower_client version 0.21.0. Remove or replace this version with a trusted alternative or a version verified to be clean. Monitor official sources for updates or advisories regarding remediation.

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Technical Details

Gcve Source
db.gcve.eu
Osv Id
MAL-2024-6610
Osv Schema Version
1.7.4
Aliases
["GHSA-hp98-9v62-p5gh"]
Ecosystems
["RubyGems"]

Threat ID: 6a5ba73744ab8fbf7c8251ad

Added to database: 07/18/2026, 16:17:59 UTC

Last enriched: 07/19/2026, 01:06:41 UTC

Last updated: 09/08/2026, 19:51:15 UTC

Views: 20

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