Malicious code in apocalypse_client (RubyGems)
The RubyGems package 'apocalypse_client' version 0.0.5 contains malicious code as identified by the OpenSSF malicious packages project. This package is flagged as a malicious package rather than a traditional vulnerability. No CVSS score or detailed technical exploit information is available. There is no indication of known exploits in the wild or an official patch. The threat is limited to the specific version 0.0.5 of the package.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'apocalypse_client' RubyGems package version 0.0.5 has been identified as containing malicious code by the OpenSSF malicious packages repository. This classification indicates that the package itself is intentionally harmful or compromised, rather than having a vulnerability that can be exploited. No further technical details or exploit mechanisms are provided. There is no vendor advisory or patch information available, and no known active exploitation has been reported.
Potential Impact
Users who install or use 'apocalypse_client' version 0.0.5 may be exposed to malicious code execution or other harmful effects inherent to the malicious package. The exact impact is not detailed, but the presence of malicious code generally risks system compromise, data theft, or other malicious activities depending on the payload. No confirmed exploits in the wild have been reported.
Mitigation Recommendations
Avoid using or installing 'apocalypse_client' version 0.0.5. Since no patch or fixed version is indicated, the recommended action is to remove or not use this package version. Monitor official RubyGems advisories or the OpenSSF malicious packages repository for updates or safer alternatives. No official fix or remediation guidance is currently available.
Malicious code in apocalypse_client (RubyGems)
Description
The RubyGems package 'apocalypse_client' version 0.0.5 contains malicious code as identified by the OpenSSF malicious packages project. This package is flagged as a malicious package rather than a traditional vulnerability. No CVSS score or detailed technical exploit information is available. There is no indication of known exploits in the wild or an official patch. The threat is limited to the specific version 0.0.5 of the package.
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'apocalypse_client' RubyGems package version 0.0.5 has been identified as containing malicious code by the OpenSSF malicious packages repository. This classification indicates that the package itself is intentionally harmful or compromised, rather than having a vulnerability that can be exploited. No further technical details or exploit mechanisms are provided. There is no vendor advisory or patch information available, and no known active exploitation has been reported.
Potential Impact
Users who install or use 'apocalypse_client' version 0.0.5 may be exposed to malicious code execution or other harmful effects inherent to the malicious package. The exact impact is not detailed, but the presence of malicious code generally risks system compromise, data theft, or other malicious activities depending on the payload. No confirmed exploits in the wild have been reported.
Mitigation Recommendations
Avoid using or installing 'apocalypse_client' version 0.0.5. Since no patch or fixed version is indicated, the recommended action is to remove or not use this package version. Monitor official RubyGems advisories or the OpenSSF malicious packages repository for updates or safer alternatives. No official fix or remediation guidance is currently available.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2024-6631
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-498x-h9fq-3xvg"]
- Ecosystems
- ["RubyGems"]
Threat ID: 6a5ba72e44ab8fbf7c824d64
Added to database: 07/18/2026, 16:17:50 UTC
Last enriched: 07/19/2026, 01:04:24 UTC
Last updated: 09/09/2026, 03:24:00 UTC
Views: 23
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