Chef Inspec 5.x — End of Life
EOLChef Inspec 5.x — All releases
| Version | Released | Active support | EOL date | Latest patch | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | Mar 17, 2022 | Nov 14, 2023 | Oct 16, 2025 | 5.24.7 | EOL |
CVEs affecting Chef Inspec 5.x (0)
Chef Inspec 5.x is EOL — migrate to Chef Inspec 6.x
Chef Inspec 6.x is the next major release. Plan your upgrade before Chef Inspec 5.x stops receiving security patches.
Frequently asked questions
Is Chef Inspec 5 end of life?
Yes. All Chef Inspec 5.x releases have reached end of life and no longer receive security patches. Migrate to Chef Inspec 6.x as soon as possible.
What CVEs affect Chef Inspec 5?
No CVEs are currently tracked for Chef Inspec 5.x in our database. This may mean no vulnerabilities have been recorded yet, or the data is still syncing.
What is the latest Chef Inspec 5 version?
The latest Chef Inspec 5.x patch release is 5.24.7, released on February 26, 2026. Always run the latest patch to benefit from all security fixes.
How to migrate from Chef Inspec 5 to Chef Inspec 6?
To migrate from Chef Inspec 5 to Chef Inspec 6: (1) review the official Chef Inspec 6 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 Inspec 5 in production?
No. Chef Inspec 5 has reached end of life and security vulnerabilities are no longer patched. Upgrade to a supported version immediately.
Data sourced from endoflife.date · CVE data from NVD · EPSS from FIRST.org · KEV from CISA