Malicious code in pdfkent1 (RubyGems)
The RubyGems package 'pdfkent1' version 0.0.1 contains malicious code as identified by the OpenSSF malicious packages database. This is a supply chain threat where the package itself is intentionally harmful. No CVSS score or detailed technical exploit information is available.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'pdfkent1' RubyGems package version 0.0.1 has been flagged as containing malicious code according to the OpenSSF malicious packages repository. This indicates that the package was published with intent to perform unauthorized or harmful actions when used. There is no detailed vulnerability or exploit information beyond its classification as a malicious package. No patch or remediation guidance is provided, and no known exploits in the wild have been reported.
Potential Impact
Using the 'pdfkent1' package version 0.0.1 may result in execution of malicious code, potentially compromising the security of systems that install or run this package. The exact impact depends on the malicious payload but could include data theft, system compromise, or other unauthorized actions.
Mitigation Recommendations
Avoid using the 'pdfkent1' package version 0.0.1. Since this is a malicious package, the recommended action is to remove it from any environment where it is installed and to avoid installing it in the future. No official patch or fix is available. Users should verify package sources and prefer trusted packages from verified maintainers.
Malicious code in pdfkent1 (RubyGems)
Description
The RubyGems package 'pdfkent1' version 0.0.1 contains malicious code as identified by the OpenSSF malicious packages database. This is a supply chain threat where the package itself is intentionally harmful. No CVSS score or detailed technical exploit information is available.
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Technical Analysis
The 'pdfkent1' RubyGems package version 0.0.1 has been flagged as containing malicious code according to the OpenSSF malicious packages repository. This indicates that the package was published with intent to perform unauthorized or harmful actions when used. There is no detailed vulnerability or exploit information beyond its classification as a malicious package. No patch or remediation guidance is provided, and no known exploits in the wild have been reported.
Potential Impact
Using the 'pdfkent1' package version 0.0.1 may result in execution of malicious code, potentially compromising the security of systems that install or run this package. The exact impact depends on the malicious payload but could include data theft, system compromise, or other unauthorized actions.
Mitigation Recommendations
Avoid using the 'pdfkent1' package version 0.0.1. Since this is a malicious package, the recommended action is to remove it from any environment where it is installed and to avoid installing it in the future. No official patch or fix is available. Users should verify package sources and prefer trusted packages from verified maintainers.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-8421
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-66g7-32g7-4c62"]
- Ecosystems
- ["RubyGems"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a5ba46b44ab8fbf7c7e920c
Added to database: 07/18/2026, 16:06:03 UTC
Last enriched: 07/18/2026, 22:23:02 UTC
Last updated: 07/30/2026, 22:32:08 UTC
Views: 6
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