slnstep8275 (RubyGems) · Malicious Code
Affects slnstep8275Source GCVE Database
Malicious package : remove slnstep8275 and rotate any secrets on hosts that installed it.
Data as of 26 Oct 2026, 16:07 UTC
Malicious package
Published to RubyGems · OSV MAL-2026-8753
What to do
Remove slnstep8275 from every project, lockfile and image that pulls it in. Treat any host that installed it as compromised: rotate the credentials, tokens and keys it could read, from a clean machine.
Affected software
| Product | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
RubyGemsslnstep8275pkg:gem/slnstep8275Other threats | Affected
| Fixed in– |
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Description
The RubyGems package 'slnstep8275' version 0.0.1 contains malicious code as identified by the OpenSSF project. This package is classified as a malicious package rather than a traditional vulnerability with a CVE score. There is no known exploit in the wild and no official patch or remediation guidance has been provided. The threat involves the presence of malicious code within the package itself, which could pose risks if the package is installed and executed.