Malicious code in nwcid319 (RubyGems)
The RubyGems package 'nwcid319' version 0.0.1 contains malicious code as identified by the OpenSSF malicious packages database. This package is flagged as a security threat due to the presence of harmful content within its codebase.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'nwcid319' RubyGems package at version 0.0.1 has been identified as containing malicious code. This classification is based on analysis by the OpenSSF project and is cataloged under the MAL-2026-8143 identifier. There is no detailed technical breakdown or CVSS score available, and no known exploits have been reported in the wild. The package is flagged specifically for its malicious nature rather than a traditional vulnerability like a coding error or misconfiguration.
Potential Impact
Use of the 'nwcid319' version 0.0.1 package may lead to execution of malicious code, potentially compromising systems that incorporate this package. The exact impact depends on the malicious payload embedded, which is not detailed in the provided data. No known active exploitation has been reported.
Mitigation Recommendations
Avoid using the 'nwcid319' package version 0.0.1. Since no patch or fixed version is indicated, the recommended mitigation is to remove this package from your environment and replace it with a trusted alternative. Monitor official RubyGems and OpenSSF advisories for updates or remediation guidance.
Malicious code in nwcid319 (RubyGems)
Description
The RubyGems package 'nwcid319' version 0.0.1 contains malicious code as identified by the OpenSSF malicious packages database. This package is flagged as a security threat due to the presence of harmful content within its codebase.
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'nwcid319' RubyGems package at version 0.0.1 has been identified as containing malicious code. This classification is based on analysis by the OpenSSF project and is cataloged under the MAL-2026-8143 identifier. There is no detailed technical breakdown or CVSS score available, and no known exploits have been reported in the wild. The package is flagged specifically for its malicious nature rather than a traditional vulnerability like a coding error or misconfiguration.
Potential Impact
Use of the 'nwcid319' version 0.0.1 package may lead to execution of malicious code, potentially compromising systems that incorporate this package. The exact impact depends on the malicious payload embedded, which is not detailed in the provided data. No known active exploitation has been reported.
Mitigation Recommendations
Avoid using the 'nwcid319' package version 0.0.1. Since no patch or fixed version is indicated, the recommended mitigation is to remove this package from your environment and replace it with a trusted alternative. Monitor official RubyGems and OpenSSF advisories for updates or remediation guidance.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-8143
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-vfw8-p6fr-h8ww"]
- Ecosystems
- ["RubyGems"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a5ba51c44ab8fbf7c7ef595
Added to database: 07/18/2026, 16:09:00 UTC
Last enriched: 07/18/2026, 23:00:08 UTC
Last updated: 07/31/2026, 06:55:27 UTC
Views: 21
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