Angular core version 5.1.2 is a minor update to the core framework, following version 5.1.1. Both versions share fundamental characteristics. They are described as "Angular - the core framework," which indicates their essential role in building Angular applications. The core dependencies remain consistent, with both versions relying on tslib version ^1.7.1 for TypeScript helper functions. Similarly, peer dependencies like rxjs (^5.5.0) for reactive programming and zone.js (^0.8.4) for asynchronous task management are unchanged, ensuring compatibility with existing Angular projects. Both are released under the MIT license, promoting open-source usage and contribution.
The primary difference lies in the release date and the dist tarball URL, indicating a patch or minor enhancement between the two versions. Version 5.1.2 was released on December 20, 2017, shortly after version 5.1.1, which was released on December 13, 2017. For developers, choosing between these versions might depend on the specific bug fixes or minor improvements included in 5.1.2. It's advisable to consult the official Angular changelog or release notes for a detailed understanding of the changes to optimize their application based on the newer version’s features or fixes. Staying up to date ensures access to the latest enhancements and potentially improved stability.
All the vulnerabilities related to the version 5.1.2 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.
