Angular core version 5.2.9 represents a minor but potentially important update over its preceding version, 5.2.8. Both versions, sharing the same core framework description, dependencies on tslib, and peer dependencies on rxjs and zone.js, operate under the permissive MIT license and are part of the official Angular project hosted on GitHub. For developers relying on the Angular framework, understanding the nuances between these versions is crucial for maintaining application stability and leveraging potential improvements.
A primary observable difference between these two versions resides in their release dates. Version 5.2.9 was published on March 14, 2018, a week after version 5.2.8, which was released on March 7, 2018. The file count and unpacked size reported in the dist section are identical across both version, suggesting that the changes introduced maybe were small bug fixes, performance improvements, or minor adjustments within the existing codebase, rather than a major overhaul affecting the overall package structure.
While a detailed changelog would provide a fuller picture, developers should upgrade to version 5.2.9 to ensure they are using the most recent bug fixes and optimizations available within the 5.2.x series. Given the shared dependencies, the upgrade is likely to be straightforward. Angular developers should always consult the official Angular changelogs and migration guides when upgrading between versions to identify potential breaking changes and ensure a smooth transition.
All the vulnerabilities related to the version 5.2.9 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.
