Vue Template Compiler versions 2.5.0 and 2.5.1, both designed for Vue 2.0, are template compilers essential for transforming Vue templates into render functions. Both versions share identical fundamental characteristics: a concise description noting their role as template compilers for Vue 2.0, the same dependencies on the he and de-indent packages, usage of the MIT license, the same repository origin on GitHub under the Vue.js organization and the same author, Evan You. Developers will find that these similarities ensure a consistent base functionality between the two versions.
The key difference lies within their release dates and, implicitly, bug fixes or minor enhancements. Version 2.5.0 was released on October 13, 2017, at 03:04:30.026Z, while version 2.5.1 followed later on the same day, October 13, 2017, at 14:14:26.382Z. This relatively rapid release suggests possible immediate bug fixes or improvements implemented in 2.5.1 based on initial feedback of 2.5.0. Therefore, while functionalities are largely identical, developers are encouraged to opt for version 2.5.1, assuming it includes refinements addressing any unforeseen issues present in the initial 2.5.0 release. The dist.tarball property provides the download URLs for each version directly from the npm registry so you always have access to them. In summary, upgrade to the newest 2.5.1 version to guarantee the most polished and stable compiling experience for your Vue 2.0 projects.
All the vulnerabilities related to the version 2.5.1 of the package
vue-template-compiler vulnerable to client-side Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)
A vulnerability has been discovered in vue-template-compiler, that allows an attacker to perform XSS via prototype pollution. The attacker could change the prototype chain of some properties such as Object.prototype.staticClass or Object.prototype.staticStyle to execute arbitrary JavaScript code. Vue 2 has reached End-of-Life. This vulnerability has been patched in Vue 3.
