Erlang 26.x — End of Life
EOLErlang 26.x — All releases
| Version | Released | Active support | EOL date | Latest patch | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | May 15, 2023 | May 17, 2024 | May 26, 2026 | 26.2.5.21 | EOL |
CVEs affecting Erlang 26.x (0)
Erlang 26.x is EOL — migrate to Erlang 27.x
Erlang 27.x is the next major release. Plan your upgrade before Erlang 26.x stops receiving security patches.
Frequently asked questions
Is Erlang 26 end of life?
Yes. All Erlang 26.x releases have reached end of life and no longer receive security patches. Migrate to Erlang 27.x as soon as possible.
What CVEs affect Erlang 26?
No CVEs are currently tracked for Erlang 26.x in our database. This may mean no vulnerabilities have been recorded yet, or the data is still syncing.
What is the latest Erlang 26 version?
The latest Erlang 26.x patch release is 26.2.5.21, released on May 26, 2026. Always run the latest patch to benefit from all security fixes.
How to migrate from Erlang 26 to Erlang 27?
To migrate from Erlang 26 to Erlang 27: (1) review the official Erlang 27 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 26 in production?
No. Erlang 26 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