Linux 5.x — End of Life
ActiveLinux 5.x — All releases
| Version | Released | Active support | EOL date | Latest patch | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.19 | Jul 31, 2022 | — | Oct 24, 2022 | 5.19.17 | EOL |
| 5.18 | May 22, 2022 | — | Aug 21, 2022 | 5.18.19 | EOL |
| 5.17 | Mar 20, 2022 | — | Jun 14, 2022 | 5.17.15 | EOL |
| 5.16 | Jan 9, 2022 | — | Apr 13, 2022 | 5.16.20 | EOL |
| 5.15LTS | Oct 31, 2021 | — | Dec 31, 2026 | 5.15.209 | Active |
| 5.14 | Aug 29, 2021 | — | Nov 21, 2021 | 5.14.21 | EOL |
| 5.13 | Jun 27, 2021 | — | Sep 18, 2021 | 5.13.19 | EOL |
| 5.12 | Apr 25, 2021 | — | Jul 20, 2021 | 5.12.19 | EOL |
| 5.11 | Feb 14, 2021 | — | May 19, 2021 | 5.11.22 | EOL |
| 5.10LTS | Dec 13, 2020 | — | Dec 31, 2026 | 5.10.258 | Active |
| 5.4LTS | Nov 25, 2019 | — | Dec 3, 2025 | 5.4.302 | EOL |
CVEs affecting Linux 5.x (0)
Linux 5.x will reach end of life — migrate to Linux 6.x
Linux 6.x is the next major release. Plan your upgrade before Linux 5.x stops receiving security patches.
Frequently asked questions
Is Linux 5 end of life?
Partially. Some Linux 5.x releases have reached EOL. Check the version table above for the exact status of each sub-release.
What CVEs affect Linux 5?
No CVEs are currently tracked for Linux 5.x in our database. This may mean no vulnerabilities have been recorded yet, or the data is still syncing.
What is the latest Linux 5 version?
The latest Linux 5.x patch release is 5.19.17, released on October 24, 2022. Always run the latest patch to benefit from all security fixes.
How to migrate from Linux 5 to Linux 6?
To migrate from Linux 5 to Linux 6: (1) review the official Linux 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 Linux 5 in production?
Linux 5 is still supported and safe for production use until October 24, 2022. Ensure you are running the latest patch version (5.19.17) to have all security fixes applied.
Data sourced from endoflife.date · CVE data from NVD · EPSS from FIRST.org · KEV from CISA