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SambaEnd of Life (EOL) Dates & Support Status
Active
OtherLatest Version: 4.24.7Latest Release: Sep 9, 2026
Support summary
Samba currently has supported cycles. Track the next EOL date and validate upgrades before your change window.
What do EOL and support statuses mean?Next EOL
Mar 18, 2027
Samba 4.23 · 172 days left
Supported cycles
2
0 lts
Versions
3
Latest Version
4.24.7
Active Support
2
EOL
1
Lifecycle Timeline
Mar 6, 2025As of Sep 27, 2026
4.24Active · Date not announced
4.23Active · Mar 18, 2027
4.22EOL · Sep 12, 2026
ActiveSecurityEOLHistorical phase unknown
Bars show history up to the snapshot date. Gray intervals lack dated support boundaries; arrows indicate an unannounced EOL date, not a support guarantee.
Versions
| Release | Release Date | Active Support | EOL | Latest Version | LTS | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.24 | Mar 18, 2026 | Maintained | Date not announced | 4.24.7 | No | Active |
| 4.23 | Sep 12, 2025 | Maintained | Mar 18, 2027 | 4.23.12 | No | Active |
| 4.22 | Mar 6, 2025 | Mar 18, 2026 | Sep 12, 2026 | 4.22.11 | No | EOL |
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<a href="https://eol.wiki/samba/"><img src="https://eol.wiki/badge/samba.svg" alt="Samba end-of-life status" height="20"></a>Frequently Asked Questions
Which versions of Samba have reached end of life?
The following Samba versions have reached end of life and no longer receive security updates: 4.22. It is recommended to upgrade to a supported version.
Is it safe to continue using Samba 4.22?
Samba 4.22 has reached end of life and no longer receives security patches or bug fixes. Continuing to use it may expose your systems to known vulnerabilities. We strongly recommend upgrading to a supported version.
What is the latest version of Samba?
The latest version of Samba is 4.24.7, released in the 4.24 release cycle.
How many versions of Samba are currently supported?
Samba currently has 2 actively supported version(s): 4.24, 4.23.
When does Samba 4.24 reach end of life?
Samba 4.24 does not have a specific end-of-life date announced yet.
What should I do when Samba reaches end of life?
When a Samba version reaches end of life, you should: 1) Plan your migration to a supported version as soon as possible. 2) Review the release notes for breaking changes. 3) Test your applications thoroughly in a staging environment. 4) Update your dependencies to ensure compatibility with the new version.