Yocto 5.x — End of Life
ActiveYocto 5.x — All releases
| Version | Released | Active support | EOL date | Latest patch | Status | Alert me |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.3 | Dec 15, 2025 | — | Jun 15, 2026 | 5.3 | EOL | |
| 5.2 | May 7, 2025 | — | Dec 7, 2025 | 5.2.4 | EOL | |
| 5.1 | Oct 16, 2024 | — | May 16, 2025 | 5.1.4 | EOL | |
| 5.0LTS | Apr 29, 2024 | — | Apr 30, 2028 | 5.0.18 | Active |
CVEs affecting Yocto 5.x (0)
Yocto 5.x will reach end of life — migrate to Yocto 6.x
Yocto 6.x is the next major release. Plan your upgrade before Yocto 5.x stops receiving security patches.
Frequently asked questions
Is Yocto 5 end of life?
Partially. Some Yocto 5.x releases have reached EOL. Check the version table above for the exact status of each sub-release.
What CVEs affect Yocto 5?
No CVEs are currently tracked for Yocto 5.x in our database. This may mean no vulnerabilities have been recorded yet, or the data is still syncing.
What is the latest Yocto 5 version?
The latest Yocto 5.x patch release is 5.3, released on December 15, 2025. Always run the latest patch to benefit from all security fixes.
How to migrate from Yocto 5 to Yocto 6?
To migrate from Yocto 5 to Yocto 6: (1) review the official Yocto 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 Yocto 5 in production?
Yocto 5 is still supported and safe for production use until June 15, 2026. Ensure you are running the latest patch version (5.3) to have all security fixes applied.
Data sourced from endoflife.date · CVE data from NVD · EPSS from FIRST.org · KEV from CISA