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Malicious code in knot-rack-session-store (RubyGems)

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Critical
Published: 05/13/2026 (05/13/2026, 03:09:00 UTC)
Source: GCVE Database
Product: knot-rack-session-store

Description

The knot-rack-session-store RubyGem version 1.0.2 is identified as a malicious package. It is part of the Go BufferZoneCorp and RubyGems knot-theory clusters known for malicious activity. This package steals credentials, establishes unauthorized SSH access, and tampers with build and workflow environment variables. No official patch or remediation guidance is provided in the available data.

Affected software

RubyGemsghsa
knot-rack-session-store
Affected versions
=1.0.2

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AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 07/18/2026, 23:50:33 UTC

Technical Analysis

The knot-rack-session-store package version 1.0.2 is a malicious RubyGem that belongs to a cluster of malicious packages targeting RubyGems and Go BufferZoneCorp ecosystems. Its malicious behavior includes credential theft, unauthorized SSH access setup, and manipulation of build and workflow environment variables. This package is flagged by multiple security sources including OpenSSF and Google Open Source Security. There is no CVSS score or vendor advisory indicating a patch or fix. The package is not a cloud service, and no known exploits in the wild have been reported.

Potential Impact

If used, this malicious package can compromise system security by stealing sensitive credentials, enabling unauthorized SSH access, and altering environment variables critical to build and workflow processes. This can lead to unauthorized access, data exfiltration, and potential disruption or compromise of development pipelines.

Mitigation Recommendations

No official patch or remediation guidance is provided. Users should immediately remove version 1.0.2 of knot-rack-session-store from their environments and avoid using this package. Verify dependencies and supply chain integrity to ensure no malicious versions are present. Monitor for any unauthorized SSH keys or environment changes that may have been introduced. Check vendor or security advisories for updates or further guidance.

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Technical Details

Gcve Source
db.gcve.eu
Osv Id
MAL-2026-3633
Osv Schema Version
1.7.4
Aliases
["GHSA-mmgc-wvxc-qqjm"]
Ecosystems
["RubyGems"]
Database Specific Severity
null
Cvss Version
null

Threat ID: 6a5ba5f044ab8fbf7c80515c

Added to database: 07/18/2026, 16:12:32 UTC

Last enriched: 07/18/2026, 23:50:33 UTC

Last updated: 07/31/2026, 15:40:00 UTC

Views: 41

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