Version 7.22.6 of @babel/plugin-transform-runtime introduces subtle but important changes compared to version 7.22.5. Both versions share the core functionality of externalizing references to Babel helpers and built-ins, enabling automatic polyfilling without polluting the global scope, a key benefit for developers aiming for cleaner and more controlled JavaScript environments. A primary distinction lies in the updated dependencies: 7.22.6 replaces the direct dependency on semver with @nicolo-ribaudo/semver-v6, potentially impacting semver-related operations within the plugin, a detail worth noting for developers relying on specific semver behaviors. The updated version also upgrades its devDependencies including @babel/core, @babel/helpers, @babel/runtime, @babel/preset-env, and @babel/runtime-corejs3 all bumped to 7.22.6 while the older version uses 7.22.5. This means that developers upgrading to 7.22.6 benefit from the latest fixes and improvements in core Babel tools and related runtime environments. Furthermore, the unpackedSize has slightly increased from 38582 to 38739, suggesting minor additions or modifications to the codebase. The release date difference indicates a month of accumulated fixes and enhancements integrated into version 7.22.6. Developers should consider these dependency updates and the potential impact on existing build configurations when choosing between the two versions, prioritizing 7.22.6 for projects requiring the most recent Babel features and fixes.
The are not vulnerabilities for the version 7.22.6 of the package @babel/plugin-transform-runtime