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RubyGems API Key

Service Name: RubyGems

Service Description: RubyGems is the package manager for the Ruby programming language that provides a standard format for distributing Ruby programs and libraries. It allows developers to publish, install, and manage Ruby gems (packages).

Service Address: https://rubygems.org/

Validation Type: API Auth

IP Allow list: Does not exist

Secret Access Scope: Grants the ability to publish, yank, and manage Ruby gems associated with the account. Can be used to push malicious code to existing gems if compromised.

Secret Revokement URL: https://rubygems.org/profile/edit

Secret Example: rubygems_12345678901234567890abcdef1234

Suspicious Activity Investigation Instructions:

  • Review the RubyGems account activity log for unauthorized gem pushes or modifications

  • Check for unexpected gem versions published under your account

  • Verify if any existing gems have been yanked or modified unexpectedly

  • Look for changes in gem dependencies or code that could indicate malicious modifications

  • Monitor for unexpected API usage patterns from unfamiliar IP addresses

Mitigation Instructions:

  • Immediately revoke the compromised API key by logging into your RubyGems account

  • Navigate to your profile settings at https://rubygems.org/profile/edit

  • Under the "API Access" section, click "Reset API key" to invalidate the current key

  • Generate a new API key for legitimate use

  • Review all gems published under your account for unauthorized modifications

  • Consider implementing multi-factor authentication if available

  • Update your RubyGems client configuration with the new API key

  • Review and update any CI/CD pipelines or automation tools that use the API key