Chef Infra Client 12.x — End of Life
EOLChef Infra Client 12.x — All releases
| Version | Released | Active support | EOL date | Latest patch | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | Nov 25, 2014 | Mar 1, 2017 | Jan 22, 2018 | 12.22.5 | EOL |
CVEs affecting Chef Infra Client 12.x (0)
Chef Infra Client 12.x is EOL — migrate to Chef Infra Client 13.x
Chef Infra Client 13.x is the next major release. Plan your upgrade before Chef Infra Client 12.x stops receiving security patches.
Frequently asked questions
Is Chef Infra Client 12 end of life?
Yes. All Chef Infra Client 12.x releases have reached end of life and no longer receive security patches. Migrate to Chef Infra Client 13.x as soon as possible.
What CVEs affect Chef Infra Client 12?
No CVEs are currently tracked for Chef Infra Client 12.x in our database. This may mean no vulnerabilities have been recorded yet, or the data is still syncing.
What is the latest Chef Infra Client 12 version?
The latest Chef Infra Client 12.x patch release is 12.22.5, released on May 17, 2018. Always run the latest patch to benefit from all security fixes.
How to migrate from Chef Infra Client 12 to Chef Infra Client 13?
To migrate from Chef Infra Client 12 to Chef Infra Client 13: (1) review the official Chef Infra Client 13 migration guide for breaking changes, (2) update dependencies and configuration accordingly, (3) test thoroughly in a staging environment, (4) deploy with a rollback plan. Starting early gives you time to resolve compatibility issues before your current version reaches end of life.
Is it safe to run Chef Infra Client 12 in production?
No. Chef Infra Client 12 has reached end of life and security vulnerabilities are no longer patched. Upgrade to a supported version immediately.
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