eslint-plugin-jsx-a11y versions 5.1.0 and 5.0.3 offer static analysis for accessibility rules within JSX elements, aiming to improve web application accessibility. Both versions share identical core dependencies like aria-query, emoji-regex, and jsx-ast-utils for parsing and analyzing JSX code. Similarly, developer tooling such as jest for testing, eslint for linting, and babel-related packages for code transformation remains consistent.
The key difference emerges in the supported eslint peer dependency. Version 5.0.3 declares support for eslint versions ^2.10.2 || 3.x. Version 5.1.0 expands this compatibility, explicitly supporting eslint version ^2.10.2 || ^3 || ^4. This means developers using eslint version 4 can now use eslint-plugin-jsx-a11y version 5.1.0, where they would have been restricted to using version 5.0.3 before.
For developers choosing between the versions, the primary consideration is their eslint version. If using eslint 4, users should upgrade to eslint-plugin-jsx-a11y@5.1.0. Otherwise, functionality should be equivalent between the two versions. Both versions include rules that flag potential accessibility issues, encouraging developers to write more inclusive and accessible React applications. Ensuring up-to-date accessibility linting is crucial for creating web experiences that cater to a wider audience and comply with accessibility standards.
The are not vulnerabilities for the version 5.1.0 of the package eslint-plugin-jsx-a11y