Malicious code in knot-rspec-formatter-json (RubyGems)
The knot-rspec-formatter-json RubyGems package version 3.13.5 is identified as malicious. It is part of the Go BufferZoneCorp and RubyGems knot-theory clusters of malicious packages. These packages are known to steal credentials, establish unauthorized SSH access, and manipulate build and workflow environment variables.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The knot-rspec-formatter-json package at version 3.13.5 is a malicious RubyGems package associated with the Go BufferZoneCorp and RubyGems knot-theory clusters. The malicious behavior includes credential theft, unauthorized SSH access setup, and tampering with build and workflow environment variables. This package is flagged by the OpenSSF and Google Open Source Security sources as part of a cluster of malicious packages targeting RubyGems users.
Potential Impact
Users installing or using knot-rspec-formatter-json version 3.13.5 risk credential compromise, unauthorized SSH access to their systems, and interference with build or workflow environments. This can lead to unauthorized system control and potential further compromise of development or deployment pipelines.
Mitigation Recommendations
No official patch or remediation is currently documented. Since this package is identified as malicious, users should immediately remove knot-rspec-formatter-json version 3.13.5 from their environments and avoid installing it. Review and revoke any credentials or SSH keys that may have been compromised. Monitor build and workflow environments for unauthorized changes. Check vendor or repository advisories for updates or official guidance.
Malicious code in knot-rspec-formatter-json (RubyGems)
Description
The knot-rspec-formatter-json RubyGems package version 3.13.5 is identified as malicious. It is part of the Go BufferZoneCorp and RubyGems knot-theory clusters of malicious packages. These packages are known to steal credentials, establish unauthorized SSH access, and manipulate build and workflow environment variables.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The knot-rspec-formatter-json package at version 3.13.5 is a malicious RubyGems package associated with the Go BufferZoneCorp and RubyGems knot-theory clusters. The malicious behavior includes credential theft, unauthorized SSH access setup, and tampering with build and workflow environment variables. This package is flagged by the OpenSSF and Google Open Source Security sources as part of a cluster of malicious packages targeting RubyGems users.
Potential Impact
Users installing or using knot-rspec-formatter-json version 3.13.5 risk credential compromise, unauthorized SSH access to their systems, and interference with build or workflow environments. This can lead to unauthorized system control and potential further compromise of development or deployment pipelines.
Mitigation Recommendations
No official patch or remediation is currently documented. Since this package is identified as malicious, users should immediately remove knot-rspec-formatter-json version 3.13.5 from their environments and avoid installing it. Review and revoke any credentials or SSH keys that may have been compromised. Monitor build and workflow environments for unauthorized changes. Check vendor or repository advisories for updates or official guidance.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-3635
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-mf6f-65vp-grjw"]
- Ecosystems
- ["RubyGems"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a5ba5f044ab8fbf7c805154
Added to database: 07/18/2026, 16:12:32 UTC
Last enriched: 07/18/2026, 23:50:21 UTC
Last updated: 07/31/2026, 15:40:00 UTC
Views: 9
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