Electron 42.x — End of Life
EOL soonElectron 42.x — All releases
| Version | Released | Active support | EOL date | Latest patch | Status | Alert me |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42 | May 5, 2026 | — | Oct 20, 2026 | 42.7.1 | EOL soon |
CVEs affecting Electron 42.x (0)
Electron 42.x will reach end of life — migrate to Electron 43.x
Electron 43.x is the next major release. Plan your upgrade before Electron 42.x stops receiving security patches.
Frequently asked questions
Is Electron 42 end of life?
No. Electron 42.x is still supported until October 20, 2026. It continues to receive security patches and bug fixes.
What CVEs affect Electron 42?
No CVEs are currently tracked for Electron 42.x in our database. This may mean no vulnerabilities have been recorded yet, or the data is still syncing.
What is the latest Electron 42 version?
The latest Electron 42.x patch release is 42.7.1, released on July 21, 2026. Always run the latest patch to benefit from all security fixes.
How to migrate from Electron 42 to Electron 43?
To migrate from Electron 42 to Electron 43: (1) review the official Electron 43 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 42 in production?
Electron 42 is still supported and safe for production use until October 20, 2026. Ensure you are running the latest patch version (42.7.1) to have all security fixes applied.
Data sourced from endoflife.date · CVE data from NVD · EPSS from FIRST.org · KEV from CISA