Malicious code in slnstep8275 (RubyGems)
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.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'slnstep8275' RubyGems package version 0.0.1 has been identified as containing malicious code by the OpenSSF malicious packages database (MAL-2026-8753). This is a supply chain threat where the package itself is malicious. There is no CVSS score or detailed technical vulnerability description available. No exploits are currently known in the wild, and no patch or remediation has been published by the vendor or repository. The threat is specific to the exact version 0.0.1 of this package.
Potential Impact
If installed, the malicious code in the 'slnstep8275' package could compromise the security of the environment where it is used. The exact impact depends on the malicious payload, which is not detailed in the provided information. No known exploitation has been reported so far.
Mitigation Recommendations
Since no official patch or remediation guidance is available, the primary mitigation is to avoid installing or using the 'slnstep8275' RubyGems package version 0.0.1. Users should verify the integrity and trustworthiness of RubyGems packages before installation and consider using trusted sources or mirrors. Monitor official advisories for any updates or remediation instructions.
Malicious code in slnstep8275 (RubyGems)
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.
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Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'slnstep8275' RubyGems package version 0.0.1 has been identified as containing malicious code by the OpenSSF malicious packages database (MAL-2026-8753). This is a supply chain threat where the package itself is malicious. There is no CVSS score or detailed technical vulnerability description available. No exploits are currently known in the wild, and no patch or remediation has been published by the vendor or repository. The threat is specific to the exact version 0.0.1 of this package.
Potential Impact
If installed, the malicious code in the 'slnstep8275' package could compromise the security of the environment where it is used. The exact impact depends on the malicious payload, which is not detailed in the provided information. No known exploitation has been reported so far.
Mitigation Recommendations
Since no official patch or remediation guidance is available, the primary mitigation is to avoid installing or using the 'slnstep8275' RubyGems package version 0.0.1. Users should verify the integrity and trustworthiness of RubyGems packages before installation and consider using trusted sources or mirrors. Monitor official advisories for any updates or remediation instructions.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-8753
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-73hp-v994-rh6q"]
- Ecosystems
- ["RubyGems"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a5ba3ce44ab8fbf7c7c7451
Added to database: 07/18/2026, 16:03:26 UTC
Last enriched: 07/18/2026, 21:47:49 UTC
Last updated: 07/31/2026, 06:58:39 UTC
Views: 22
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