@babel/plugin-transform-modules-commonjs versions 7.16.5 and 7.16.0 both serve the core function of transforming ES2015 modules into CommonJS format, a crucial step for compatibility with older JavaScript environments and Node.js versions that don't natively support ES modules. Both share identical descriptions, file count (4), unpacked size (9822) and author information, indicating a largely consistent codebase. Developers should note the shared peer dependency on @babel/core version ^7.0.0-0, highlighting the plugin's tight integration with the Babel compiler.
The key differences lie in their dependencies. Version 7.16.5 upgrades @babel/helper-plugin-utils and @babel/helper-module-transforms from ^7.14.5 and ^7.16.0 respectively to ^7.16.5. This suggests bug fixes, performance improvements, or new features incorporated into these helper packages. Developers should consider these updated helpers beneficial for stability and efficiency when using the latest plugin version. Additionally, the devDependencies for @babel/core, @babel/plugin-external-helpers, and @babel/helper-plugin-test-runner are also updated from ^7.16.0 to ^7.16.5 in the newer version, reflecting adjustments and updates in the testing and development environment. This indicates better testing infrastructure ensuring a more robust and reliable plugin. The release dates are also different, with 7.16.5 being released in December 2021 and 7.16.0 in October 2021, indicating a 1.5-month gap between the releases.
The are not vulnerabilities for the version 7.16.5 of the package @babel/plugin-transform-modules-commonjs