jQuery 2.2.3 represents a minor version update to the widely used JavaScript library, evolving from the previous stable release, jQuery 2.2.2. Both versions share the core functionality of simplifying DOM manipulation, event handling, and AJAX interactions for web developers. They are designed for modern browsers, foregoing support for older Internet Explorer versions to provide optimized performance and a cleaner codebase.
While the core description and fundamental capabilities remain consistent, the key distinction lies in the subtle refinements and potential bug fixes introduced in version 2.2.3. Developers considering upgrading should focus on examining the changelog or release notes accompanying version 2.2.3. These resources will specify the precise modifications, which might include performance improvements, resolved edge-case bugs, or minor API adjustments.
Both versions rely on the same set of development dependencies, ensuring a consistent build and testing environment, and utilize the MIT license, promoting open-source usage. The author and repository information points to the jQuery Foundation and the project's GitHub repository, allowing developers to contribute and access the source code. The releaseDate indicates when each version was published to the npm registry, which helps in understanding the recency of each version. Choosing between the versions depends on specific project needs and the importance of incorporating the latest fixes and potential optimizations. It's advisable to test jQuery 2.2.3 thoroughly in a development environment before deploying it to production.
All the vulnerabilities related to the version 2.2.3 of the package
Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) in jquery
Affected versions of jquery interpret text/javascript responses from cross-origin ajax requests, and automatically execute the contents in jQuery.globalEval, even when the ajax request doesn't contain the dataType option.
Update to version 3.0.0 or later.
XSS in jQuery as used in Drupal, Backdrop CMS, and other products
jQuery from 1.1.4 until 3.4.0, as used in Drupal, Backdrop CMS, and other products, mishandles jQuery.extend(true, {}, ...) because of Object.prototype pollution. If an unsanitized source object contained an enumerable __proto__ property, it could extend the native Object.prototype.
Potential XSS vulnerability in jQuery
Passing HTML from untrusted sources - even after sanitizing it - to one of jQuery's DOM manipulation methods (i.e. .html(), .append(), and others) may execute untrusted code.
This problem is patched in jQuery 3.5.0.
To workaround the issue without upgrading, adding the following to your code:
jQuery.htmlPrefilter = function( html ) {
return html;
};
You need to use at least jQuery 1.12/2.2 or newer to be able to apply this workaround.
https://blog.jquery.com/2020/04/10/jquery-3-5-0-released/ https://jquery.com/upgrade-guide/3.5/
If you have any questions or comments about this advisory, search for a relevant issue in the jQuery repo. If you don't find an answer, open a new issue.
Potential XSS vulnerability in jQuery
Passing HTML containing <option> elements from untrusted sources - even after sanitizing them - to one of jQuery's DOM manipulation methods (i.e. .html(), .append(), and others) may execute untrusted code.
This problem is patched in jQuery 3.5.0.
To workaround this issue without upgrading, use DOMPurify with its SAFE_FOR_JQUERY option to sanitize the HTML string before passing it to a jQuery method.
https://blog.jquery.com/2020/04/10/jquery-3-5-0-released/
If you have any questions or comments about this advisory, search for a relevant issue in the jQuery repo. If you don't find an answer, open a new issue.