chef_handler-statsd (RubyGems) · Malicious Code
Affects chef_handler-statsdSource GCVE Database
Malicious package : remove chef_handler-statsd and rotate any secrets on hosts that installed it.
Data as of 19 Jul 2026, 00:43 UTC
Malicious package
Published to RubyGems · OSV MAL-2024-6828
What to do
Remove chef_handler-statsd from every project, lockfile and image that pulls it in. Treat any host that installed it as compromised: rotate the credentials, tokens and keys it could read, from a clean machine.
Affected software
| Product | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
RubyGemschef_handler-statsdpkg:gem/chef_handler-statsdOther threats | Affected
| Fixed in– |
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Description
The RubyGems package chef_handler-statsd version 1.0.1 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. There is no CVSS score or detailed technical exploit information available. No official patch or remediation guidance has been provided.