Gem name validates_url vs validate_url

[swanson]

Hi, I accidentally installed the validates_url gem (an empty "placeholder") because the repo name doesn't match the gem name.

I looks like the validates_url gem is available to use: https://rubygems.org/gems/validates_url

This gem is empty. It protects against brandjacking. You are welcome. If you think it is yours to own, just contact me.

@mensfeld

Any thoughts on publishing to both gem names or renaming the repo? (I've been told that GitHub will handle redirects of repo renames very gracefully).

[kritik]

second name doesn't belong to this company

[swanson]

second name doesn't belong to this company

The user @mensfeld can transfer the validates_url gem name. They are holding the gem name to avoid something using it for malicious purposes if you accidentally use the wrong name.

[mensfeld]

@swanson @kritik you are welcome ;) that's a typosquatting attack prevention. It was used few times already to steal data from ppl that accidentally installed this.

If you (@kritik) want the name, just DM me and will be happy to transfer the ownership.