Joomla 5.x — End of Life
ActiveJoomla 5.x — All releases
| Version | Released | Active support | EOL date | Latest patch | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | Oct 14, 2023 | Oct 13, 2026 | Oct 12, 2027 | 5.4.112 | Active |
CVEs affecting Joomla 5.x (0)
Joomla 5.x will reach end of life — migrate to Joomla 6.x
Joomla 6.x is the next major release. Plan your upgrade before Joomla 5.x stops receiving security patches.
Frequently asked questions
Is Joomla 5 end of life?
No. Joomla 5.x is still supported until October 12, 2027. It continues to receive security patches and bug fixes.
What CVEs affect Joomla 5?
No CVEs are currently tracked for Joomla 5.x in our database. This may mean no vulnerabilities have been recorded yet, or the data is still syncing.
What is the latest Joomla 5 version?
The latest Joomla 5.x patch release is 5.4.112, released on July 22, 2025. Always run the latest patch to benefit from all security fixes.
How to migrate from Joomla 5 to Joomla 6?
To migrate from Joomla 5 to Joomla 6: (1) review the official Joomla 6 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 Joomla 5 in production?
Joomla 5 is still supported and safe for production use until October 12, 2027. Ensure you are running the latest patch version (5.4.112) to have all security fixes applied.
Data sourced from endoflife.date · CVE data from NVD · EPSS from FIRST.org · KEV from CISA