Gitlab Runner 18.x — End of Life
EOLGitlab Runner 18.x — All releases
| Version | Released | Active support | EOL date | Latest patch | Status | Alert me |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18.11 | Apr 16, 2026 | May 21, 2026 | Jul 16, 2026 | 18.11.4 | EOL | |
| 18.10 | Mar 19, 2026 | Apr 16, 2026 | Jun 18, 2026 | 18.10.1 | EOL | |
| 18.9 | Feb 19, 2026 | Mar 19, 2026 | May 21, 2026 | 18.9.0 | EOL | |
| 18.8 | Jan 15, 2026 | Feb 19, 2026 | Apr 16, 2026 | 18.8.0 | EOL | |
| 18.7 | Dec 18, 2025 | Jan 15, 2026 | Mar 19, 2026 | 18.7.2 | EOL | |
| 18.6 | Nov 20, 2025 | Dec 18, 2025 | Feb 19, 2026 | 18.6.6 | EOL | |
| 18.5 | Oct 16, 2025 | Nov 20, 2025 | Jan 15, 2026 | 18.5.0 | EOL | |
| 18.4 | Sep 18, 2025 | Oct 16, 2025 | Dec 18, 2025 | 18.4.0 | EOL | |
| 18.3 | Aug 21, 2025 | Sep 18, 2025 | Nov 20, 2025 | 18.3.1 | EOL | |
| 18.2 | Jul 16, 2025 | Aug 21, 2025 | Oct 16, 2025 | 18.2.2 | EOL | |
| 18.1 | Jun 18, 2025 | Jul 16, 2025 | Sep 18, 2025 | 18.1.3 | EOL | |
| 18.0 | May 14, 2025 | Jun 18, 2025 | Aug 21, 2025 | 18.0.5 | EOL |
CVEs affecting Gitlab Runner 18.x (0)
Gitlab Runner 18.x is EOL — migrate to Gitlab Runner 19.x
Gitlab Runner 19.x is the next major release. Plan your upgrade before Gitlab Runner 18.x stops receiving security patches.
Frequently asked questions
Is Gitlab Runner 18 end of life?
Yes. All Gitlab Runner 18.x releases have reached end of life and no longer receive security patches. Migrate to Gitlab Runner 19.x as soon as possible.
What CVEs affect Gitlab Runner 18?
No CVEs are currently tracked for Gitlab Runner 18.x in our database. This may mean no vulnerabilities have been recorded yet, or the data is still syncing.
What is the latest Gitlab Runner 18 version?
The latest Gitlab Runner 18.x patch release is 18.11.4, released on June 29, 2026. Always run the latest patch to benefit from all security fixes.
How to migrate from Gitlab Runner 18 to Gitlab Runner 19?
To migrate from Gitlab Runner 18 to Gitlab Runner 19: (1) review the official Gitlab Runner 19 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 Gitlab Runner 18 in production?
No. Gitlab Runner 18 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