Malicious code in candy_-sql (RubyGems)
The RubyGems package 'candy_-sql' version 0.1.0 contains malicious code as identified by the OpenSSF project. This package is flagged as a malicious package, indicating it may perform unauthorized or harmful actions if used. No official patch or remediation guidance is currently provided.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'candy_-sql' RubyGems package at version 0.1.0 is identified as containing malicious code according to the OpenSSF malicious packages database (MAL-2024-6803). This classification means the package itself is intentionally harmful or compromised, posing a security risk to users who install or use it. There is no CVSS score or detailed technical vulnerability description available. No known exploits in the wild have been reported. No patch or fix is currently documented, and the package is not a cloud service.
Potential Impact
Using the 'candy_-sql' version 0.1.0 package may result in execution of malicious code, potentially compromising the security and integrity of systems where it is installed. The exact impact depends on the malicious payload, which is not detailed in the available data. There are no known exploits in the wild at this time.
Mitigation Recommendations
Since no official patch or remediation is provided, the recommended action is to avoid using or installing the 'candy_-sql' package version 0.1.0. Users should remove this package if already installed and seek alternative trusted packages. Monitor vendor or repository advisories for any updates or remediation guidance.
Malicious code in candy_-sql (RubyGems)
Description
The RubyGems package 'candy_-sql' version 0.1.0 contains malicious code as identified by the OpenSSF project. This package is flagged as a malicious package, indicating it may perform unauthorized or harmful actions if used. No official patch or remediation guidance is currently provided.
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'candy_-sql' RubyGems package at version 0.1.0 is identified as containing malicious code according to the OpenSSF malicious packages database (MAL-2024-6803). This classification means the package itself is intentionally harmful or compromised, posing a security risk to users who install or use it. There is no CVSS score or detailed technical vulnerability description available. No known exploits in the wild have been reported. No patch or fix is currently documented, and the package is not a cloud service.
Potential Impact
Using the 'candy_-sql' version 0.1.0 package may result in execution of malicious code, potentially compromising the security and integrity of systems where it is installed. The exact impact depends on the malicious payload, which is not detailed in the available data. There are no known exploits in the wild at this time.
Mitigation Recommendations
Since no official patch or remediation is provided, the recommended action is to avoid using or installing the 'candy_-sql' package version 0.1.0. Users should remove this package if already installed and seek alternative trusted packages. Monitor vendor or repository advisories for any updates or remediation guidance.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2024-6803
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-m42v-mxwp-37v9"]
- Ecosystems
- ["RubyGems"]
Threat ID: 6a5ba6e044ab8fbf7c81686d
Added to database: 07/18/2026, 16:16:32 UTC
Last enriched: 07/19/2026, 00:46:30 UTC
Last updated: 09/09/2026, 21:47:25 UTC
Views: 21
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