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