Version Details and Security Vulnerabilities

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core-js

3.20.2

Comparision Betweeen 3.20.2 and 3.20.1

Identify the differences between the current version of the package and the previous one.

Version

Dependencies

Dev Dependencies

Peer Dependencies

Distributed Files

2382

2381

Unpacked Size

906.57 KB

903.6 KB

Version 3.20.2 Details

Core-js version 3.20.2 represents a minor update to the popular JavaScript standard library, building upon the solid foundation of version 3.20.1. Released on January 1st, 2022, it arrives shortly after its predecessor, which launched on December 23rd, 2021. While both versions share the same MIT license, repository, and funding model through Open Collective, subtle differences emerge in the package details.

Developers should note the increment in fileCount from 2381 in version 3.20.1 to 2382 in version 3.20.2, suggesting the addition of at least one new file, this maybe concerning new enhancement or bug fix in a polyfill. The unpackedSize also sees a slight increase from 925290 bytes to 928330 bytes indicating small addition of code in the newer version.

Given the minor version bump, the update likely incorporates bug fixes and performance improvements rather than groundbreaking new features. Developers relying on core-js for polyfilling the latest JavaScript standards should consider upgrading to benefit from these refinements. A deep dive into the core-js GitHub repository and the changelog will reveal the exact nature of the changes. It’s crucial to evaluate whether the included changes warrant the update in the context of specific project requirements and dependencies. Core-js remains a vital tool for ensuring cross-browser compatibility and accessing modern JavaScript functionalities in older environments.

Security Vulnerabilities

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