[Snyk] Security upgrade axios from 0.19.2 to 1.12.0

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Snyk has created this PR to fix 1 vulnerabilities in the npm dependencies of this project.

Snyk changed the following file(s):

• 5-browser-extension/start/package.json

Vulnerabilities that will be fixed with an upgrade:

	Issue	Score
	Allocation of Resources Without Limits or Throttling SNYK-JS-AXIOS-12613773	738

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Potential issues, bugs, and flaws that can introduce unwanted behavior

1. /5-browser-extension/start/package.json - Upgrading Axios: Upgrading axios from version 0.19.2 to 1.12.0 may introduce breaking changes or deprecated features that could affect existing functionality. It's crucial to verify compatibility with the rest of the codebase and perform thorough testing, as this major version upgrade could introduce bugs if any API changes are used in the code.

Code suggestions and improvements for better exception handling, logic, standardization, and consistency

1. /5-browser-extension/start/package.json - Locking Dependency Version: Consider using a specific version or a range that includes minor versions (e.g., "axios": "^1.12.0") to allow for consistent builds while staying updated. This helps prevent unexpected behavior due to automatic minor version upgrades in the future. If you're comfortable with the latest version, adding a package-lock.json file will also ensure reproducible builds.

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PR contains only a dependency version bump for axios from 0.19.2 to 1.12.0, which is a routine security upgrade with no substantive code changes. The change is limited to the package.json file and does not impact core logic, APIs, or other critical components.

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Security Upgrade Review Summary

This PR successfully addresses a medium-severity security vulnerability (SNYK-JS-AXIOS-12613773) by upgrading axios from 0.19.2 to 1.12.0. The security fix is important and should be applied.

Key Considerations:

✅ Security Fix: The upgrade resolves the "Allocation of Resources Without Limits or Throttling" vulnerability with a score of 738.

⚠️ Breaking Changes: This is a major version upgrade that introduces breaking changes. Thorough testing of the browser extension functionality is required before merging.

🔧 Recommended Actions:

1. Test all axios-dependent functionality in the browser extension
2. Update package-lock.json by running npm install
3. Consider updating outdated webpack build tools for better compatibility
4. Verify the extension works correctly in target browsers (Chrome/Edge)

The security benefits outweigh the upgrade complexity, but proper testing is essential due to the major version jump.

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🛑 Breaking Change Alert: This axios upgrade from 0.19.2 to 1.12.0 is a major version jump that introduces breaking changes. The PR description correctly identifies this as a breaking change, but additional testing and code review is essential before merging. Key breaking changes in axios 1.x include changes to request/response interceptors, error handling, and some configuration options¹.

Footnotes

1. CWE-770: Allocation of Resources Without Limits or Throttling - https://cwe.mitre.org/data/definitions/770.html ↩

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Consider updating the outdated webpack build tools in devDependencies. The current webpack 4.44.1 and webpack-cli 3.3.12 versions are several years old and may have compatibility issues with the newer axios version. Upgrading to webpack 5.x and corresponding webpack-cli would ensure better compatibility and security.

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Missing package-lock.json update: When upgrading a major dependency like axios, the package-lock.json file should also be updated to lock the new version and its dependencies. Ensure you run npm install after merging this PR to generate the updated lock file, which is crucial for consistent builds across environments.