Apache Kafka 4.x — End of Life
ActiveApache Kafka 4.x is still supported and has no announced end-of-life date yet. The most recent release in this series is 4.3.2. No CVE is currently tracked for Apache Kafka 4.x.
Apache Kafka 4.x — All releases
| Version | Released | Active support | EOL date | Latest patch | Status | Alert me |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.3 | May 20, 2026 | — | No | 4.3.2 | Active | |
| 4.2 | Feb 17, 2026 | — | No | 4.2.2 | Active | |
| 4.1 | Sep 2, 2025 | — | No | 4.1.2 | Active | |
| 4.0 | Mar 18, 2025 | — | No | 4.0.2 | Active |
CVEs affecting Apache Kafka 4.x (0)
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[](https://eolcanary.com/explore/apache-kafka/4)Frequently asked questions
Is Apache Kafka 4 end of life?
No. Apache Kafka 4.x is still supported. It continues to receive security patches and bug fixes.
What CVEs affect Apache Kafka 4?
No CVEs are currently tracked for Apache Kafka 4.x in the NVD data we monitor.
What is the latest Apache Kafka 4 version?
The latest Apache Kafka 4.x patch release is 4.3.2, released on October 20, 2026. Always run the latest patch to benefit from all security fixes.
When was Apache Kafka 4 first released?
Apache Kafka 4.0 was released on March 18, 2025. See the full version timeline in the table above.
Is it safe to run Apache Kafka 4 in production?
Yes, Apache Kafka 4 is still supported. Make sure you run the latest patch (4.3.2) to have all security fixes applied.
Data sourced from endoflife.date · CVE data from NVD · EPSS from FIRST.org · KEV from CISA