Malicious code in proto-dependabot-api (RubyGems)
The RubyGems package 'proto-dependabot-api' version 1.1.3.r8cdd21224 has been identified as malicious by the OpenSSF Package Analysis project. This package executes one or more commands associated with malicious behavior, posing a security risk to users who install or use it.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'proto-dependabot-api' package at version 1.1.3.r8cdd21224 is flagged as malicious due to its execution of commands linked to malicious activity. This determination comes from the OpenSSF Package Analysis project, which monitors packages for harmful behavior. No specific technical details about the commands or payloads are provided in the source data. There is no CVSS score or detailed impact vector available.
Potential Impact
Installation or use of the affected package version may lead to execution of malicious commands, potentially compromising the security of the host environment. The exact impact is not detailed, but the presence of malicious code implies risk of unauthorized actions or system compromise.
Mitigation Recommendations
No official patch or remediation is currently documented for this malicious package version. Users should avoid installing or using 'proto-dependabot-api' version 1.1.3.r8cdd21224. If already installed, remove the package immediately and verify system integrity. Monitor official RubyGems and OpenSSF advisories for updates or safe versions.
Malicious code in proto-dependabot-api (RubyGems)
Description
The RubyGems package 'proto-dependabot-api' version 1.1.3.r8cdd21224 has been identified as malicious by the OpenSSF Package Analysis project. This package executes one or more commands associated with malicious behavior, posing a security risk to users who install or use it.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
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Technical Analysis
The 'proto-dependabot-api' package at version 1.1.3.r8cdd21224 is flagged as malicious due to its execution of commands linked to malicious activity. This determination comes from the OpenSSF Package Analysis project, which monitors packages for harmful behavior. No specific technical details about the commands or payloads are provided in the source data. There is no CVSS score or detailed impact vector available.
Potential Impact
Installation or use of the affected package version may lead to execution of malicious commands, potentially compromising the security of the host environment. The exact impact is not detailed, but the presence of malicious code implies risk of unauthorized actions or system compromise.
Mitigation Recommendations
No official patch or remediation is currently documented for this malicious package version. Users should avoid installing or using 'proto-dependabot-api' version 1.1.3.r8cdd21224. If already installed, remove the package immediately and verify system integrity. Monitor official RubyGems and OpenSSF advisories for updates or safe versions.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2025-46939
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-whg9-894v-94c5"]
- Ecosystems
- ["RubyGems"]
Threat ID: 6a5ba49544ab8fbf7c7ea564
Added to database: 07/18/2026, 16:06:45 UTC
Last enriched: 07/18/2026, 22:31:50 UTC
Last updated: 09/08/2026, 20:51:31 UTC
Views: 25
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