Angular developers should be aware of the distinctions between @angular/core versions 4.2.5 and 4.2.4. While both versions share the same core framework description, dependencies on tslib, peer dependencies for rxjs and zone.js, MIT license, GitHub repository, and authorship, a crucial difference lies in their release dates and, consequently, the potential bug fixes and minor improvements incorporated in the newer version. Version 4.2.5 was released on June 30, 2017, a week after version 4.2.4, released on June 22, 2017.
For developers, upgrading from 4.2.4 to 4.2.5 is generally recommended, especially considering the short time frame between releases. This upgrade likely addresses minor bugs, improves performance, or introduces subtle enhancements to the core Angular framework. Although a detailed changelog would provide a more granular understanding of the specific changes, the newer version usually offers a more stable and refined development experience. Always refer to the official Angular changelogs or release notes for a comprehensive account of alterations and potential breaking changes before upgrading to ensure compatibility within your existing projects. By using the newer 4.2.5 version, developers can benefit from the latest improvements and reduce the risk of encountering issues present in the older 4.2.4 version.
All the vulnerabilities related to the version 4.2.5 of the package
Cross site scripting in Angular
A vulnerability was found in Angular up to 11.0.4/11.1.0-next.2. It has been classified as problematic. Affected is the handling of comments. The manipulation leads to cross site scripting. It is possible to launch the attack remotely but it might require an authentication first. Upgrading to version 10.2.5, 11.0.5 or 11.1.0-next.3 is advised to to address this issue.
