Malicious code in beta-tools (RubyGems)
The RubyGems package 'beta-tools' version 0.0.5 contains malicious code as identified by the OpenSSF malicious packages project. This is a supply chain threat where the package itself is intentionally harmful. No CVSS score or detailed technical exploitation information is provided.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'beta-tools' RubyGems package at version 0.0.5 has been flagged as containing malicious code by the OpenSSF malicious packages initiative. This indicates that the package is intentionally crafted to perform harmful actions when used. There is no further technical detail or exploitation method described in the source data. This is a supply chain compromise rather than a traditional vulnerability in software functionality.
Potential Impact
Users who install and run version 0.0.5 of the 'beta-tools' RubyGems package may be exposed to malicious code execution, potentially compromising their systems or data. The exact impact is not detailed, but the presence of malicious code in a package can lead to unauthorized actions, data theft, or system compromise.
Mitigation Recommendations
Avoid using 'beta-tools' version 0.0.5. Since this is a malicious package, the best mitigation is to remove or not install this version. There is no patch or official fix available. Users should verify the integrity and trustworthiness of RubyGems packages before installation and monitor advisories for any updates or removals related to this package.
Malicious code in beta-tools (RubyGems)
Description
The RubyGems package 'beta-tools' version 0.0.5 contains malicious code as identified by the OpenSSF malicious packages project. This is a supply chain threat where the package itself is intentionally harmful. No CVSS score or detailed technical exploitation information is provided.
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Technical Analysis
The 'beta-tools' RubyGems package at version 0.0.5 has been flagged as containing malicious code by the OpenSSF malicious packages initiative. This indicates that the package is intentionally crafted to perform harmful actions when used. There is no further technical detail or exploitation method described in the source data. This is a supply chain compromise rather than a traditional vulnerability in software functionality.
Potential Impact
Users who install and run version 0.0.5 of the 'beta-tools' RubyGems package may be exposed to malicious code execution, potentially compromising their systems or data. The exact impact is not detailed, but the presence of malicious code in a package can lead to unauthorized actions, data theft, or system compromise.
Mitigation Recommendations
Avoid using 'beta-tools' version 0.0.5. Since this is a malicious package, the best mitigation is to remove or not install this version. There is no patch or official fix available. Users should verify the integrity and trustworthiness of RubyGems packages before installation and monitor advisories for any updates or removals related to this package.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2024-6775
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-68wv-6564-42j2"]
- Ecosystems
- ["RubyGems"]
Threat ID: 6a5ba6ec44ab8fbf7c817257
Added to database: 07/18/2026, 16:16:44 UTC
Last enriched: 07/19/2026, 00:49:15 UTC
Last updated: 09/08/2026, 16:54:34 UTC
Views: 21
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