Openssl 3.x — End of Life
EOL soonOpenssl 3.x — All releases
| Version | Released | Active support | EOL date | Latest patch | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6 | Oct 1, 2025 | — | Nov 1, 2026 | 3.6.3 | Active |
| 3.5LTS | Apr 8, 2025 | — | Apr 8, 2030 | 3.5.7 | Active |
| 3.4 | Oct 22, 2024 | — | Oct 22, 2026 | 3.4.6 | Active |
| 3.3 | Apr 9, 2024 | — | Apr 9, 2026 | 3.3.7 | EOL |
| 3.2 | Nov 23, 2023 | — | Nov 23, 2025 | 3.2.6 | EOL |
| 3.1 | Mar 14, 2023 | — | Mar 14, 2025 | 3.1.8 | EOL |
| 3.0LTS | Sep 7, 2021 | — | Sep 7, 2026 | 3.0.21 | EOL soon |
CVEs affecting Openssl 3.x (0)
Openssl 3.x will reach end of life — migrate to Openssl 4.x
Openssl 4.x is the next major release. Plan your upgrade before Openssl 3.x stops receiving security patches.
Frequently asked questions
Is Openssl 3 end of life?
Partially. Some Openssl 3.x releases have reached EOL. Check the version table above for the exact status of each sub-release.
What CVEs affect Openssl 3?
No CVEs are currently tracked for Openssl 3.x in our database. This may mean no vulnerabilities have been recorded yet, or the data is still syncing.
What is the latest Openssl 3 version?
The latest Openssl 3.x patch release is 3.6.3, released on June 9, 2026. Always run the latest patch to benefit from all security fixes.
How to migrate from Openssl 3 to Openssl 4?
To migrate from Openssl 3 to Openssl 4: (1) review the official Openssl 4 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 Openssl 3 in production?
Openssl 3 is still supported and safe for production use until November 1, 2026. Ensure you are running the latest patch version (3.6.3) to have all security fixes applied.
Data sourced from endoflife.date · CVE data from NVD · EPSS from FIRST.org · KEV from CISA