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Malicious code in asset-link (RubyGems)

0
High
Published: 06/25/2024 (06/25/2024, 13:49:05 UTC)
Source: GCVE Database
Product: asset-link

Description

The RubyGems package 'asset-link' version 0.0.2 has been identified as containing malicious code. This is a case of a malicious package rather than a traditional vulnerability. No CVSS score or detailed technical exploitation data is provided.

Affected software

RubyGemsmore threats →ghsa
asset-link
pkg:gem/asset-link
Affected versions
=0.0.2

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AILast updated: 07/19/2026, 00:57:10 UTC

Technical Analysis

The 'asset-link' RubyGems package at version 0.0.2 is flagged as malicious code by the OpenSSF malicious packages database. This is not a vulnerability in the traditional sense but a report of a package containing harmful or malicious content. There are no known exploits in the wild and no CVSS score assigned. No patch or remediation is indicated, as this is a matter of package trust and removal rather than a fixable software flaw.

Potential Impact

Use of the malicious 'asset-link' package version 0.0.2 could lead to execution of malicious code within environments that install and run this package. The specific impact is not detailed, but malicious packages generally pose risks such as data compromise, unauthorized access, or system manipulation.

Mitigation Recommendations

Avoid using the 'asset-link' package version 0.0.2. Remove it from any environments where it is installed. Since this is a malicious package, remediation involves not installing or uninstalling the package rather than applying a patch. Monitor trusted sources like the OpenSSF malicious packages list for updates.

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Technical Details

Gcve Source
db.gcve.eu
Osv Id
MAL-2024-6700
Osv Schema Version
1.7.4
Aliases
["GHSA-f382-3h9p-jhvq"]
Ecosystems
["RubyGems"]

Threat ID: 6a5ba70e44ab8fbf7c823e2a

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

Last enriched: 07/19/2026, 00:57:10 UTC

Last updated: 09/09/2026, 03:17:18 UTC

Views: 15

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