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Malicious code in asset-symlink (RubyGems)

0
High
Published: 06/25/2024 (06/25/2024, 13:49:07 UTC)
Source: GCVE Database
Product: asset-symlink

Description

The RubyGems package 'asset-symlink' version 0.3.1 contains malicious code. This issue is identified as a malicious package rather than a traditional vulnerability. There is no CVSS score or detailed technical exploit information available. No known exploits in the wild have been reported. No patch or remediation guidance is provided in the available data.

Affected software

RubyGemsmore threats →ghsa
asset-symlink
pkg:gem/asset-symlink
Affected versions
=0.3.1

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AILast updated: 07/19/2026, 00:56:55 UTC

Technical Analysis

The package 'asset-symlink' version 0.3.1 in the RubyGems ecosystem has been identified as containing malicious code. This classification comes from the OpenSSF malicious packages database and is tracked under MAL-2024-6703 and GHSA-5f9m-8vx3-v2x5. The nature of the threat is that the package itself is malicious, which can pose risks to users who install or use it. There is no detailed technical description or CVSS score available, and no official patch or fix is referenced.

Potential Impact

Users who install or use the 'asset-symlink' RubyGem version 0.3.1 may be exposed to malicious code execution or other malicious activities embedded within the package. The exact impact is not detailed, but malicious packages typically risk system compromise, data theft, or unauthorized actions performed by the attacker.

Mitigation Recommendations

No official patch or remediation guidance is provided. Users should avoid installing or using the 'asset-symlink' RubyGem version 0.3.1. It is recommended to verify the integrity and trustworthiness of RubyGems before installation and to remove the package if already installed. Monitor official RubyGems advisories or the OpenSSF database for updates or remediation information.

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Technical Details

Gcve Source
db.gcve.eu
Osv Id
MAL-2024-6703
Osv Schema Version
1.7.4
Aliases
["GHSA-5f9m-8vx3-v2x5"]
Ecosystems
["RubyGems"]

Threat ID: 6a5ba70e44ab8fbf7c823e1a

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

Last enriched: 07/19/2026, 00:56:55 UTC

Last updated: 09/08/2026, 15:50:35 UTC

Views: 18

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