Version Details and Security Vulnerabilities

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webpack-cli

4.9.0

Comparision Betweeen 4.9.0 and 4.8.0

Identify the differences between the current version of the package and the previous one.

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Version 4.9.0 Details

Webpack CLI version 4.9.0 introduces several notable updates compared to its predecessor, version 4.8.0. One key change lies in the updated dependencies. Specifically, the "colorette" dependency jumps from version 1.2.1 to version 2.0.14, suggesting potential improvements in console output styling and color support. Furthermore, "@webpack-cli/info" is updated from version 1.3.0 to 1.4.0, while "@webpack-cli/serve" moves from 1.5.2 to 1.6.0 and "@webpack-cli/configtest" moves from 1.0.4 to 1.1.0. These updates likely include enhanced features, bug fixes, or performance improvements related to webpack's command-line interface, development server, and configuration testing utilities, respectively.

Developers upgrading should be aware of these dependency upgrades, as they might introduce breaking changes or require adjustments to existing configurations, although unlikely. The file size of the package is also of interest. This can provide insights into the complexity and scope of changes. The updated version decreased from "fileCount":19 to 8 and "unpackedSize":103920 to 82455, suggesting possible code optimizations or removal of redundant assets. Finally, the shorter development time between the 2 releases and also the decrease in the file size of the newer version shows the focus on the project and optimization. It is recommended to review the changelog and migration guides for the relevant dependencies and webpack-cli itself to ensure a smooth upgrade process, especially for projects relying heavily on these features.

Security Vulnerabilities

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