React version 0.11.2 arrived on September 16, 2014, succeeding version 0.11.1, which was released on July 25, 2014. Both versions share the same fundamental purpose: providing a JavaScript library for crafting user interfaces. They also list "envify": "^2.0.0" as a dependency. Developers familiar with React will find the core API and philosophy consistent across these releases, ensuring a relatively smooth transition. The underlying codebase also remains the same, residing in the facebook/react GitHub repository, accessible via Git.
The primary difference between these versions lies in their release dates, which suggests that version 0.11.2 likely addresses bug fixes, performance improvements, or minor feature enhancements discovered after the release of 0.11.1. Whilst lacking specific changelog details, upgrading from 0.11.1 to 0.11.2 is generally recommended to benefit from these refinements, ensuring a more stable and optimized development experience. The update would provide the latest version of the package until newer versions were released so it would be a more relevant version to use. For developers starting new projects or maintaining existing ones, understanding this incremental evolution of React is crucial. Always prioritize using the latest stable version whenever possible to leverage the most up-to-date features and solutions.
All the vulnerabilities related to the version 0.11.2 of the package
Cross-Site Scripting in react
Versions of react
prior to 0.14.0 are vulnerable to Cross-Site Scripting (XSS). The package's createElement
function fails to properly validate its input object, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript in a victim's browser.
Upgrade to version 0.14.0 or later.