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Malicious code in bosh_plugin-generator (RubyGems)

0
High
Published: 06/25/2024 (06/25/2024, 13:49:52 UTC)
Source: GCVE Database
Product: bosh_plugin-generator

Description

The RubyGems package 'bosh_plugin-generator' version 0.0.1 contains malicious code as identified by the OpenSSF malicious packages project. This is a supply chain threat involving a malicious package published to the RubyGems ecosystem. No CVSS score is available for this issue.

Affected software

RubyGemsmore threats →ghsa
bosh_plugin-generator
pkg:gem/bosh_plugin-generator
Affected versions
=0.0.1

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AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 07/19/2026, 00:47:45 UTC

Technical Analysis

The 'bosh_plugin-generator' RubyGems package version 0.0.1 has been flagged as containing malicious code by the OpenSSF malicious packages initiative. This indicates that the package itself is intentionally harmful or contains backdoors or malware. The vulnerability is specific to the exact version 0.0.1 of this package. There is no information about any patch or remediation available, nor is this a cloud service. No known exploits in the wild have been reported. The threat is a supply chain compromise affecting RubyGems users who install this specific package version.

Potential Impact

Users who install 'bosh_plugin-generator' version 0.0.1 may inadvertently execute malicious code embedded in the package, potentially compromising their systems or data. The exact nature of the malicious behavior is not detailed in the provided data. Since this is a malicious package, it poses a direct risk to the integrity and security of affected environments.

Mitigation Recommendations

Avoid installing or using 'bosh_plugin-generator' version 0.0.1. Since no patch or fixed version is indicated, the recommended action is to remove this package if present and source required functionality from trusted alternatives. Monitor official RubyGems advisories for any updates or remediation guidance regarding this package.

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Technical Details

Gcve Source
db.gcve.eu
Osv Id
MAL-2024-6790
Osv Schema Version
1.7.4
Aliases
["GHSA-gjp3-5f3p-mh63"]
Ecosystems
["RubyGems"]

Threat ID: 6a5ba6e444ab8fbf7c816dc8

Added to database: 07/18/2026, 16:16:36 UTC

Last enriched: 07/19/2026, 00:47:45 UTC

Last updated: 09/08/2026, 06:00:39 UTC

Views: 18

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