Electron 16.x — End of Life
EOLElectron 16.x — All releases
| Version | Released | Active support | EOL date | Latest patch | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | Nov 16, 2021 | — | May 24, 2022 | 16.2.8 | EOL |
CVEs affecting Electron 16.x (0)
Electron 16.x is EOL — migrate to Electron 17.x
Electron 17.x is the next major release. Plan your upgrade before Electron 16.x stops receiving security patches.
Frequently asked questions
Is Electron 16 end of life?
Yes. All Electron 16.x releases have reached end of life and no longer receive security patches. Migrate to Electron 17.x as soon as possible.
What CVEs affect Electron 16?
No CVEs are currently tracked for Electron 16.x in our database. This may mean no vulnerabilities have been recorded yet, or the data is still syncing.
What is the latest Electron 16 version?
The latest Electron 16.x patch release is 16.2.8, released on May 24, 2022. Always run the latest patch to benefit from all security fixes.
How to migrate from Electron 16 to Electron 17?
To migrate from Electron 16 to Electron 17: (1) review the official Electron 17 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 Electron 16 in production?
No. Electron 16 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