Url-loader version 0.5.8 represents a notable update from its predecessor, version 0.5.7, offering improvements and dependency updates beneficial for webpack users. Released in February 2017, version 0.5.8 features updated dependencies, specifically loader-utils and mime. The update to loader-utils from version 0.2.x to ^1.0.2 brings in enhanced utilities for webpack loader development, potentially improving compatibility and access to newer features within the webpack ecosystem. Similarly, the mime dependency was bumped from 1.2.x to 1.3.x, providing access to a more comprehensive and up-to-date collection of MIME types, which could be important for handling a wider range of file types. While both versions maintain the same core functionality as a url loader for webpack, along with a peer dependency on file-loader and the MIT license, developers should note the significant jump in the loader-utils version. This may require adjustments in configurations or code depending on the specific usage within a webpack project. The update ensures better compatibility with other modern webpack loaders and build tools, making it a worthwhile upgrade for projects seeking stability and access to the latest tooling. Version 0.5.8 also benefits from a more recent release date, indicating ongoing maintenance and relevance within the ever-evolving JavaScript ecosystem.
All the vulnerabilities related to the version 0.5.8 of the package
mime Regular Expression Denial of Service when MIME lookup performed on untrusted user input
Affected versions of mime are vulnerable to regular expression denial of service when a mime lookup is performed on untrusted user input.
Update to version 2.0.3 or later.
