Zod 3.22.1 is a minor patch release following version 3.22.0 of this TypeScript-first schema declaration and validation library. Both versions share the same core purpose: providing developers with a robust and type-safe way to validate data in their TypeScript and JavaScript applications. Zod allows defining schemas that describe the expected structure and types of data, ensuring data integrity and improving code reliability.
While the core functionality remains consistent, the key difference lies in potential bug fixes or minor improvements introduced in the newer 3.22.1 release. For developers, this means upgrading to 3.22.1 is generally recommended to benefit from any stability or performance enhancements. Both versions depend on the same suite of developer tools like tsx, jest, eslint, and typescript along with other tools, suggesting a focus on maintaining a consistent development environment and code quality. The library emphasizes a smooth developer experience, employing tools like prettier and eslint for code formatting and linting. The unpacked size differs slightly between the versions, with 3.22.1 being marginally larger. While seemingly insignificant, this might hint at added features, documentation, or other minor assets. Zod remains a versatile choice for building reliable and type-safe applications, especially when handling external data or complex data structures. To determine exact changes it is beneficial to check the changelog.
All the vulnerabilities related to the version 3.22.1 of the package
Zod denial of service vulnerability
Zod version 3.22.2 allows an attacker to perform a denial of service while validating emails.
