Malicious code in knot-simple-formatter (RubyGems)
The knot-simple-formatter RubyGem version 1.0.0 is identified as a malicious package. It is part of the Go BufferZoneCorp and RubyGems knot-theory clusters known to steal credentials, establish unauthorized SSH access, and manipulate build and workflow environment variables. This package poses a significant security risk to users who install or use it.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The knot-simple-formatter package (RubyGems ecosystem) at version 1.0.0 is a malicious 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. There is no CVSS score or detailed technical exploit information available. No official patch or remediation is documented in the provided data.
Potential Impact
Users of knot-simple-formatter version 1.0.0 risk credential compromise, unauthorized remote access via SSH, and interference with build or workflow environments, potentially leading to broader system compromise or disruption of development pipelines.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix or removal guidance is provided, users should avoid installing or using knot-simple-formatter version 1.0.0. If already installed, remove the package immediately and audit systems for unauthorized access or credential compromise.
Malicious code in knot-simple-formatter (RubyGems)
Description
The knot-simple-formatter RubyGem version 1.0.0 is identified as a malicious package. It is part of the Go BufferZoneCorp and RubyGems knot-theory clusters known to steal credentials, establish unauthorized SSH access, and manipulate build and workflow environment variables. This package poses a significant security risk to users who install or use it.
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Technical Analysis
The knot-simple-formatter package (RubyGems ecosystem) at version 1.0.0 is a malicious 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. There is no CVSS score or detailed technical exploit information available. No official patch or remediation is documented in the provided data.
Potential Impact
Users of knot-simple-formatter version 1.0.0 risk credential compromise, unauthorized remote access via SSH, and interference with build or workflow environments, potentially leading to broader system compromise or disruption of development pipelines.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix or removal guidance is provided, users should avoid installing or using knot-simple-formatter version 1.0.0. If already installed, remove the package immediately and audit systems for unauthorized access or credential compromise.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-3636
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-hhcv-8cwc-9rm2"]
- Ecosystems
- ["RubyGems"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a5ba5f044ab8fbf7c805150
Added to database: 07/18/2026, 16:12:32 UTC
Last enriched: 07/18/2026, 23:50:16 UTC
Last updated: 07/31/2026, 20:12:56 UTC
Views: 18
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