Wireshark 4.x — End of Life
ActiveWireshark 4.x — All releases
| Version | Released | Active support | EOL date | Latest patch | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.6 | Oct 8, 2025 | — | No | 4.6.5 | Active |
| 4.4 | Aug 28, 2024 | Oct 8, 2025 | No | 4.4.15 | Active |
| 4.2 | Nov 15, 2023 | Aug 28, 2024 | Oct 8, 2025 | 4.2.14 | EOL |
| 4.0 | Oct 4, 2022 | Nov 15, 2023 | Aug 28, 2024 | 4.0.17 | EOL |
CVEs affecting Wireshark 4.x (0)
Frequently asked questions
Is Wireshark 4 end of life?
Partially. Some Wireshark 4.x releases have reached EOL. Check the version table above for the exact status of each sub-release.
What CVEs affect Wireshark 4?
No CVEs are currently tracked for Wireshark 4.x in our database. This may mean no vulnerabilities have been recorded yet, or the data is still syncing.
What is the latest Wireshark 4 version?
The latest Wireshark 4.x patch release is 4.6.5, released on April 29, 2026. Always run the latest patch to benefit from all security fixes.
When was Wireshark 4 first released?
Wireshark 4.0 was initially released on October 8, 2025. See the full version timeline in the table above.
Is it safe to run Wireshark 4 in production?
Wireshark 4 is still supported and safe for production use. Ensure you are running the latest patch version (4.6.5) to have all security fixes applied.
Data sourced from endoflife.date · CVE data from NVD · EPSS from FIRST.org · KEV from CISA