Tedious is a popular Node.js TDS driver designed for seamless connection to Microsoft SQL Server databases. Version 15.1.3 is a minor update from the previous stable version, 15.1.2, focusing on incremental improvements and potentially bug fixes. Developers familiar with Tedious will find the core functionality unchanged, ensuring a smooth transition.
A detailed comparison reveals that both versions share the same dependencies, crucial for the driver's functionality. These include packages like bl for efficient Buffer handling, jsbi for handling large integers, and @azure/identity and @azure/keyvault-keys for secure authentication with Azure services. Similarly, the development dependencies, used for testing and building the package, remain consistent. This indicates a focus on maintaining existing code quality and development workflows.
The key difference lies in the release date and potentially minor internal adjustments. Version 15.1.3 was released on February 12, 2023, while 15.1.2 was released on November 9, 2022. Although the fileCount is identical, the unpackedSize shows a slight difference of 10 bytes, possibly due to tiny code modifications or documentation updates. For developers, this suggests a low-risk upgrade, unlikely to introduce breaking changes. Upgrading to 15.1.3 is recommended to benefit from any bug fixes or performance enhancements implemented since the previous release, ensuring a stable and reliable connection to SQL Server databases within Node.js applications. Always review the changelog if available for a comprehensive understanding of applied fixes.
All the vulnerabilities related to the version 15.1.3 of the package
Azure Identity Libraries and Microsoft Authentication Library Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Azure Identity Libraries and Microsoft Authentication Library Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability.
