React 0.13.2 represents a subtle yet important update over its predecessor, version 0.13.1, in the React JavaScript library ecosystem. While the core description remains consistent – React focusing on building user interfaces – the significance lies in the nuances of improvements and bug fixes introduced. Developers contemplating an upgrade from 0.13.1 should note that both versions share identical dependency requirements, specifically relying on envify at version ^3.0.0. The licensing also remains the same, under the BSD-3-Clause license, ensuring continued freedom for use and modification. The project's home remains steadfastly anchored to the official Facebook React GitHub repository.
The key differentiating factor is the release date, with 0.13.2 arriving on April 18, 2015, following 0.13.1's release on March 17, 2015. This roughly month-long gap suggests that 0.13.2 likely addresses issues discovered and resolved in the preceding version. A deep dive into the changelog between these versions(if available in the repository) would reveal the exact fixes and enhancements. For developers, adopting the latest minor version within a stable release cycle is generally recommended to benefit from the inherent stability and bug fixes, ensuring a smoother development experience and overall application reliability. The dist.tarball links point to the specific compressed archives for each version, allowing developers precise control over their dependency management.
All the vulnerabilities related to the version 0.13.2 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.