Angular Core version 5.2.8 represents a minor update within the Angular 5.x series, succeeding version 5.2.7. Both versions share fundamental characteristics: built with TypeScript, dependent on tslib for helper functions, and designed to work with specific peer dependencies, notably rxjs (version 5.5.0 or higher) and zone.js (version 0.8.4 or higher). This compatibility ensures that applications built with earlier Angular 5 versions can likely upgrade without significant breaking changes in these core dependencies.
The key difference lies in the release date, with version 5.2.8 released on March 7, 2018, approximately a week after version 5.2.7 (February 28, 2018). This suggests that version 5.2.8 likely incorporates bug fixes, performance improvements, or minor feature enhancements that were identified and addressed since the previous release. While the provided data doesn't explicitly detail these changes, developers are encouraged to consult the official Angular changelog or release notes for a comprehensive understanding of the specific modifications. The file count and unpacked size remain identical, which indicates that the changes are likely localized and do not involve significant code additions or structural alterations. For developers using Angular 5, upgrading to version 5.2.8 is generally recommended to benefit from the latest improvements and stability enhancements. Always refer to the official Angular documentation for detailed upgrade instructions and potential compatibility considerations. Also, both versions are under the MIT license, which offers flexibility for use in various types of projects.
All the vulnerabilities related to the version 5.2.8 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.
