Erlang 21.x — End of Life
EOLErlang 21.x — All releases
| Version | Released | Active support | EOL date | Latest patch | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | Jun 19, 2018 | May 10, 2019 | Jun 19, 2021 | 21.3.8.24 | EOL |
CVEs affecting Erlang 21.x (0)
Erlang 21.x is EOL — migrate to Erlang 22.x
Erlang 22.x is the next major release. Plan your upgrade before Erlang 21.x stops receiving security patches.
Frequently asked questions
Is Erlang 21 end of life?
Yes. All Erlang 21.x releases have reached end of life and no longer receive security patches. Migrate to Erlang 22.x as soon as possible.
What CVEs affect Erlang 21?
No CVEs are currently tracked for Erlang 21.x in our database. This may mean no vulnerabilities have been recorded yet, or the data is still syncing.
What is the latest Erlang 21 version?
The latest Erlang 21.x patch release is 21.3.8.24, released on May 31, 2021. Always run the latest patch to benefit from all security fixes.
How to migrate from Erlang 21 to Erlang 22?
To migrate from Erlang 21 to Erlang 22: (1) review the official Erlang 22 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 Erlang 21 in production?
No. Erlang 21 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