Malicious code in message_gateway (RubyGems)
The RubyGems package 'message_gateway' version 0.0.1 has been identified as malicious. It communicates with domains linked to malicious activity and executes commands associated with harmful behavior. This package poses a security risk if included in a project.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The OpenSSF Package Analysis project flagged 'message_gateway' version 0.0.1 on RubyGems as malicious due to its communication with domains known for malicious activity and execution of commands indicative of malicious intent. No CVSS score or detailed vulnerability classification is provided. There is no indication of known exploits in the wild or vendor patches.
Potential Impact
Use of this package can lead to execution of unauthorized commands and communication with malicious domains, potentially compromising the security and integrity of affected systems. The exact impact depends on the commands executed and the nature of the communication but is inherently risky due to the malicious classification.
Mitigation Recommendations
Avoid using the 'message_gateway' package version 0.0.1. Since no patch or remediation is available, remove or do not include this package in any projects. Monitor dependencies to ensure this package is not introduced transitively.
Malicious code in message_gateway (RubyGems)
Description
The RubyGems package 'message_gateway' version 0.0.1 has been identified as malicious. It communicates with domains linked to malicious activity and executes commands associated with harmful behavior. This package poses a security risk if included in a project.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The OpenSSF Package Analysis project flagged 'message_gateway' version 0.0.1 on RubyGems as malicious due to its communication with domains known for malicious activity and execution of commands indicative of malicious intent. No CVSS score or detailed vulnerability classification is provided. There is no indication of known exploits in the wild or vendor patches.
Potential Impact
Use of this package can lead to execution of unauthorized commands and communication with malicious domains, potentially compromising the security and integrity of affected systems. The exact impact depends on the commands executed and the nature of the communication but is inherently risky due to the malicious classification.
Mitigation Recommendations
Avoid using the 'message_gateway' package version 0.0.1. Since no patch or remediation is available, remove or do not include this package in any projects. Monitor dependencies to ensure this package is not introduced transitively.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2025-6265
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-mc65-hh92-wc9m"]
- Ecosystems
- ["RubyGems"]
Threat ID: 6a5ba5fe44ab8fbf7c805623
Added to database: 07/18/2026, 16:12:46 UTC
Last enriched: 07/18/2026, 23:53:05 UTC
Last updated: 09/08/2026, 17:14:25 UTC
Views: 19
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