Powershell 6.x — End of Life
EOLPowershell 6.x — All releases
| Version | Released | Active support | EOL date | Latest patch | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.2 | Mar 29, 2019 | — | Sep 4, 2020 | 6.2.7 | EOL |
| 6.1 | Sep 13, 2018 | — | Sep 28, 2019 | 6.1.6 | EOL |
| 6.0 | Jan 20, 2018 | — | Feb 13, 2019 | 6.0.5 | EOL |
CVEs affecting Powershell 6.x (0)
Powershell 6.x is EOL — migrate to Powershell 7.x
Powershell 7.x is the next major release. Plan your upgrade before Powershell 6.x stops receiving security patches.
Frequently asked questions
Is Powershell 6 end of life?
Yes. All Powershell 6.x releases have reached end of life and no longer receive security patches. Migrate to Powershell 7.x as soon as possible.
What CVEs affect Powershell 6?
No CVEs are currently tracked for Powershell 6.x in our database. This may mean no vulnerabilities have been recorded yet, or the data is still syncing.
What is the latest Powershell 6 version?
The latest Powershell 6.x patch release is 6.2.7, released on July 16, 2020. Always run the latest patch to benefit from all security fixes.
How to migrate from Powershell 6 to Powershell 7?
To migrate from Powershell 6 to Powershell 7: (1) review the official Powershell 7 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 Powershell 6 in production?
No. Powershell 6 has reached end of life and security vulnerabilities are no longer patched. Upgrade to a supported version immediately.
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