Debug version 2.6.0 represents a minor update to the popular debug npm package, a lightweight and versatile debugging utility for Node.js and browsers. While both version 2.6.0 and its predecessor, 2.5.2, share the same core functionality and dependencies on ms@0.7.2 for time formatting, the key distinction lies in the release date. Version 2.6.0 was published on December 29, 2016, whereas version 2.5.2 was released on December 26, 2016. This indicates that version 2.6.0 likely incorporates bug fixes or minor enhancements implemented after version 2.5.2.
For developers utilizing debug, the updated version ensures they are running the most current stable release with potential improvements in stability or performance. The extensive list of devDependencies, including testing frameworks like mocha, chai, and sinon, alongside linting and code coverage tools, highlights the project's commitment to quality and rigorous testing. Tools like browserify indicate browser-based support. Therefore, choosing version 2.6.0 will allow developers to leverage a slightly newer iteration of this well-maintained and widely-used debugging tool that continues to support multiple platforms. Using it provides simple and effective debugging capabilities in their applications with the added benefit of potential optimizations or addressed issues.
All the vulnerabilities related to the version 2.6.0 of the package
debug Inefficient Regular Expression Complexity vulnerability
A vulnerability classified as problematic has been found in debug-js debug up to 3.0.x. This affects the function useColors of the file src/node.js. The manipulation of the argument str leads to inefficient regular expression complexity. Upgrading to version 3.1.0 is able to address this issue. The name of the patch is c38a0166c266a679c8de012d4eaccec3f944e685. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component. The identifier VDB-217665 was assigned to this vulnerability. The patch has been backported to the 2.6.x branch in version 2.6.9.
Regular Expression Denial of Service in debug
Affected versions of debug are vulnerable to regular expression denial of service when untrusted user input is passed into the o formatter.
As it takes 50,000 characters to block the event loop for 2 seconds, this issue is a low severity issue.
This was later re-introduced in version v3.2.0, and then repatched in versions 3.2.7 and 4.3.1.
Version 2.x.x: Update to version 2.6.9 or later. Version 3.1.x: Update to version 3.1.0 or later. Version 3.2.x: Update to version 3.2.7 or later. Version 4.x.x: Update to version 4.3.1 or later.
Vercel ms Inefficient Regular Expression Complexity vulnerability
A vulnerability, which was classified as problematic, has been found in vercel ms up to 1.x. This issue affects the function parse of the file index.js. The manipulation of the argument str leads to inefficient regular expression complexity. The attack may be initiated remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. Upgrading to version 2.0.0 is able to address this issue. The name of the patch is caae2988ba2a37765d055c4eee63d383320ee662. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component. The associated identifier of this vulnerability is VDB-217451.
