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Malicious code in asset-host_client (RubyGems)

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High
Published: 06/25/2024 (06/25/2024, 13:49:05 UTC)
Source: GCVE Database
Product: asset-host_client

Description

The RubyGems package 'asset-host_client' version 1.2.1 contains malicious code as identified by the OpenSSF malicious packages project. This is a supply chain threat involving a compromised or intentionally malicious package distributed via RubyGems. No CVSS score or detailed technical exploitation information is provided.

Affected software

RubyGemsmore threats →ghsa
asset-host_client
pkg:gem/asset-host_client
Affected versions
=1.2.1

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AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 07/19/2026, 00:57:15 UTC

Technical Analysis

The 'asset-host_client' RubyGems package at version 1.2.1 has been flagged for containing malicious code according to the OpenSSF malicious packages database (MAL-2024-6699). This represents a supply chain compromise where the package itself is malicious, potentially impacting any users who install this specific version. There is no detailed technical description or known exploit information available. No patch or remediation guidance is provided in the source data.

Potential Impact

Users who install version 1.2.1 of the 'asset-host_client' RubyGems package may be exposed to malicious code execution or other harmful effects inherent to the malicious payload. The exact impact is not detailed, but supply chain malware can lead to unauthorized access, data compromise, or system disruption depending on the payload.

Mitigation Recommendations

No official patch or remediation guidance is provided. Users should avoid installing or using version 1.2.1 of the 'asset-host_client' package. Consider removing this version if already installed and monitor official RubyGems or vendor advisories for updates or safe versions. Since this is a malicious package, replacing it with a trusted alternative or verifying package integrity before installation is recommended.

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Technical Details

Gcve Source
db.gcve.eu
Osv Id
MAL-2024-6699
Osv Schema Version
1.7.4
Aliases
["GHSA-x8jr-gxxg-h8r3"]
Ecosystems
["RubyGems"]

Threat ID: 6a5ba70e44ab8fbf7c823e2e

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

Last enriched: 07/19/2026, 00:57:15 UTC

Last updated: 09/08/2026, 18:17:31 UTC

Views: 16

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