chore(deps): do not attempt to update nginx #2017
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Overall, the changes in the .renovaterc.json5 configuration file look appropriate and follow good practices. However, there is a concern about locking an outdated version of nginx for supporting Windows XP. This could lead to potential security risks and limit the functionality of the configuration. Moreover, the newline issue should be fixed even though it's not a major concern.
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| "allowedVersions": "1.9.8", |
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Locking the allowed version to a very specific and old version (1.9.8) is risky - security issues found in this version will not receive fixes. This may expose your system to potential vulnerabilities. Therefore, it is a best practice to ensure you are using an updated version provided the legacy system can handle it.
| // While this image can still be found on DockerHub, | ||
| // it is also archived at https://archive.org/details/nginx_1.9.8.tar | ||
| // This is required to serve as a proxy to the [SChannel](https://web.archive.org/web/20230402130420/https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/win32/com/schannel) that Windows XP uses. | ||
| // Windows XP is required support since the legacy client can not be upgraded or modified. |
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Supporting Windows XP which is a deprecated operating system is generally not recommended as it may require old and possibly unsupported software. Upgrading systems would be a better solution as it eliminates vulnerabilities and other issues associated with legacy software.
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It is a widely accepted practice to end files with a newline character. Some tools might not process the file correctly without this. Although it's not critical, consider including a final newline to adhere to best practices.
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| "allowedVersions": "1.9.8", |
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Since 'allowedVersions' only allows a single version, automatically updating to new versions of the package will not be possible. This could potentially cause compatibility and security issues further down the road because it prevents the use of new updates that may include fixes for bugs or security vulnerabilities.
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| // Prevent automatic updates from nginx:1.9.8 |
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Commenting within a JSON file is not standard and may cause issues in some parsers. You should consider removing the comments or move any important clarifications to your project's documentation.
| // Prevent automatic updates from nginx:1.9.8 | ||
| // While this image can still be found on DockerHub, | ||
| // it is also archived at https://archive.org/details/nginx_1.9.8.tar | ||
| // This is required to serve as a proxy to the [SChannel](https://web.archive.org/web/20230402130420/https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/win32/com/schannel) that Windows XP uses. |
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URL in comments should be configured or parameterized in code or formal configuration files. This can make updating easier and also keep track of changes via version control system.
| // While this image can still be found on DockerHub, | ||
| // it is also archived at https://archive.org/details/nginx_1.9.8.tar | ||
| // This is required to serve as a proxy to the [SChannel](https://web.archive.org/web/20230402130420/https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/win32/com/schannel) that Windows XP uses. | ||
| // Windows XP is required support since the legacy client can not be upgraded or modified. |
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If the mentioned support of Windows XP OS and legacy client is very important, your codebase should include automated tests to ensure continual compatibility. This is important to note as current configuration file does not reflect any mechanism for testing Windows XP support.
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It's a good practice to end a file with a newline character, to avoid unexpected issues with different tools and environments. Most editors can automatically add the newline on save.
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The changes introduced in this Git diff are centered around the configuration of Renovate bot. In general, the configuration appears to support best practices and automerge of non-major updates. However, a hardcoded version of a package is allowed. There is room for improvement in terms of using more dynamic version references and avoiding comments in JSON files.
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| "allowedVersions": "1.9.8", |
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Hardcoding a specific version (1.9.8) could lead to usage of outdated versions over time. Instead of hardcoding, a range of allowed versions or a policy to upgrade at intervals whilst maintaining compatibility could be a better approach.
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| // Prevent automatic updates from nginx:1.9.8 |
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Having user/customer-specific info (like Windows XP support) in the codebase can be misleading and introduce the potential for unwanted dependencies and confusion. Consider moving this architectural information to your documentation or a different, more explanatory format.
| // Prevent automatic updates from nginx:1.9.8 | ||
| // While this image can still be found on DockerHub, | ||
| // it is also archived at https://archive.org/details/nginx_1.9.8.tar | ||
| // This is required to serve as a proxy to the [SChannel](https://web.archive.org/web/20230402130420/https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/win32/com/schannel) that Windows XP uses. |
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The comments inside a JSON file is not a JSON standard and might not be supported by all parsers. This might create compatibility issues. It's recommended to move these comments to the appropriate technical documentation/resources or use an extension with built-in support for comments, like JSONC.
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The JSON object lacks a comma at the end of the rules array. This could cause parsing issues. It might be a simple typo, but it's good to keep an eye on consistent formatting to prevent parsing errors.
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It's good practice to end a file with a newline to maintain compatibility across various text editors and command line tools. Would suggest adding a newline at the end of the file.
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