Malicious code in swm8405 (RubyGems)
The RubyGems package 'swm8405' version 0.0.1 contains malicious code as identified by the OpenSSF malicious packages database. This package is flagged as a malicious package rather than a traditional vulnerability. No CVSS score or detailed technical exploit information is provided.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 'swm8405' RubyGems package at version 0.0.1 has been identified as containing malicious code by the OpenSSF project and is listed in the malicious packages database under MAL-2026-8945. This is a case of a malicious package rather than a vulnerability in the software itself. There is no detailed technical information or exploit data available, and no known exploits in the wild have been reported.
Potential Impact
Using the 'swm8405' package version 0.0.1 may introduce malicious code into the environment, potentially leading to unauthorized actions depending on the payload of the malicious code. However, no specific impact details or exploitation reports are provided.
Mitigation Recommendations
Avoid using the 'swm8405' RubyGems package version 0.0.1. Remove any existing installations of this package from your environment. Since no patch or fix is available, the best mitigation is to not install or to uninstall this malicious package. Monitor official RubyGems and OpenSSF advisories for any updates.
Malicious code in swm8405 (RubyGems)
Description
The RubyGems package 'swm8405' version 0.0.1 contains malicious code as identified by the OpenSSF malicious packages database. This package is flagged as a malicious package rather than a traditional vulnerability. No CVSS score or detailed technical exploit information is provided.
Affected software
Run on your own infrastructure? Check whether these packages are installed with threat-finder — our free open-source scanner.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 'swm8405' RubyGems package at version 0.0.1 has been identified as containing malicious code by the OpenSSF project and is listed in the malicious packages database under MAL-2026-8945. This is a case of a malicious package rather than a vulnerability in the software itself. There is no detailed technical information or exploit data available, and no known exploits in the wild have been reported.
Potential Impact
Using the 'swm8405' package version 0.0.1 may introduce malicious code into the environment, potentially leading to unauthorized actions depending on the payload of the malicious code. However, no specific impact details or exploitation reports are provided.
Mitigation Recommendations
Avoid using the 'swm8405' RubyGems package version 0.0.1. Remove any existing installations of this package from your environment. Since no patch or fix is available, the best mitigation is to not install or to uninstall this malicious package. Monitor official RubyGems and OpenSSF advisories for any updates.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-8945
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-2v8m-7fmx-2qjc"]
- Ecosystems
- ["RubyGems"]
- Database Specific Severity
- null
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a5ba37344ab8fbf7c7c3e9d
Added to database: 07/18/2026, 16:01:55 UTC
Last enriched: 07/18/2026, 21:27:33 UTC
Last updated: 07/21/2026, 00:38:12 UTC
Views: 4
Community Reviews
0 reviewsCrowdsource mitigation strategies, share intel context, and vote on the most helpful responses. Sign in to add your voice and help keep defenders ahead.
Want to contribute mitigation steps or threat intel context? Sign in or create an account to join the community discussion.
Actions
Updates to AI analysis require Pro Console access. Upgrade inside Console → Billing.
External Links
Need more coverage?
Upgrade to Pro Console for AI refresh and higher limits.
For incident response and remediation, OffSeq services can help resolve threats faster.
Latest Threats
Check if your credentials are on the dark web
Instant breach scanning across billions of leaked records. Free tier available.