Async version 3.1.0 represents a minor update to the popular Async utility library, building upon the foundation laid by version 3.0.1. Both versions cater to developers seeking elegant solutions for managing asynchronous operations in JavaScript environments. These packages allow to handle callback functions, promises and async/await with utility functions that facilitate common patterns. While the core functionality remains consistent, subtle differences exist that warrant consideration during upgrades.
A key distinction lies in the devDependencies. Version 3.1.0 removes the dependency gh-pages-deploy present in version 3.0.1. It is important to check if this change has also any side effect regarding the functionalities of the library. Also, there are tiny changes in the unpacked size in dist value.
Both versions boast identical dependencies like nyc, chai, and eslint, indicating a stable development environment and commitment to code quality through testing and linting. The license remains MIT, ensuring broad compatibility and freedom for integration into diverse projects. Developers familiar with Async 3.0.1 will find the upgrade path to 3.1.0 straightforward, benefiting from continued support and potential performance enhancements. This library saves time and avoid writing often used boilerplate code.
All the vulnerabilities related to the version 3.1.0 of the package
Prototype Pollution in async
A vulnerability exists in Async through 3.2.1 for 3.x and through 2.6.3 for 2.x (fixed in 3.2.2 and 2.6.4), which could let a malicious user obtain privileges via the mapValues() method.
