Grunt-jsonlint is a Grunt plugin designed to validate JSON files, ensuring they adhere to proper syntax and structure. Looking at versions 1.0.2 and 1.0.3, both share a similar foundation, utilizing jsonlint version 1.5.1 for the core validation logic and supporting Grunt versions 0.4.0 and grunt-contrib-jshint version 0.1.1 for development. Both versions maintain a permissive MIT license, encouraging open use and modification. The plugin, developed by Brandon Ramirez, is hosted on GitHub, providing developers access to the source code and contribution opportunities
The most notable difference lies in the release dates. Version 1.0.3 was released on November 16, 2013, a couple weeks after version 1.0.2 released on November 1, 2013. This suggests that version 1.0.3 likely includes bug fixes, minor improvements, or updates that addressed issues identified in the earlier release. For developers considering using the plugin, opting for the latest version (1.0.3) is generally recommended to benefit from these potential enhancements, resulting in a more reliable and robust JSON validation process within their Grunt workflows. While the core functionalities remain consistent, the updated release is often the preferred choice. Developers should consult the project's GitHub repository for detailed changelogs or release notes to understand the specifics of the update.
All the vulnerabilities related to the version 1.0.3 of the package
Arbitrary Code Execution in underscore
The package underscore from 1.13.0-0 and before 1.13.0-2, from 1.3.2 and before 1.12.1 are vulnerable to Arbitrary Code Execution via the template function, particularly when a variable property is passed as an argument as it is not sanitized.
