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Spring Security
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Other Latest Version: 7.1.0 Latest Release: Jun 9, 2026
Versions
18
Latest Version
7.1.0
Active Support
3
EOL
15
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Versions
| Release | Release Date | Active Support | EOL | Latest Version | LTS | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7.1 | Jun 9, 2026 | Yes | Jul 31, 2027 | 7.1.0 | No | Active |
| 7.0 | Nov 17, 2025 | Yes | Dec 31, 2026 | 7.0.6 | No | Active |
| 6.5 | May 19, 2025 | Yes | Jun 30, 2026 | 6.5.11 | No | Active |
| 6.4 | Nov 18, 2024 | No | Dec 31, 2025 | 6.4.13 | No | EOL |
| 6.3 | May 20, 2024 | No | Jun 30, 2025 | 6.3.10 | No | EOL |
| 6.2 | Nov 20, 2023 | No | Dec 31, 2024 | 6.2.8 | No | EOL |
| 6.1 | May 15, 2023 | No | Jun 30, 2024 | 6.1.9 | No | EOL |
| 6.0 | Nov 21, 2022 | No | Dec 31, 2023 | 6.0.8 | No | EOL |
| 5.8 | Nov 21, 2022 | No | Dec 31, 2023 | 5.8.16 | No | EOL |
| 5.7 | May 16, 2022 | No | Jun 30, 2023 | 5.7.14 | No | EOL |
| 5.6 | Nov 16, 2021 | No | Nov 30, 2022 | 5.6.12 | No | EOL |
| 5.5 | May 18, 2021 | No | May 31, 2022 | 5.5.8 | No | EOL |
| 5.4 | Sep 9, 2020 | No | Nov 30, 2021 | 5.4.10 | No | EOL |
| 5.3 | Mar 4, 2020 | No | May 31, 2021 | 5.3.13 | No | EOL |
| 5.2 | Oct 1, 2019 | No | Oct 31, 2020 | 5.2.15 | No | EOL |
| 5.1 | Oct 31, 2018 | No | Oct 31, 2019 | 5.1.13 | No | EOL |
| 5.0 | Mar 31, 2018 | No | Mar 31, 2019 | 5.0.19 | No | EOL |
| 4.2 | Jan 31, 2017 | No | Aug 31, 2019 | 4.2.20 | No | EOL |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which versions of Spring Security have reached end of life?
The following Spring Security versions have reached end of life and no longer receive security updates: 6.4, 6.3, 6.2, 6.1, 6.0, 5.8, 5.7, 5.6 (and 7 more). It is recommended to upgrade to a supported version.
Is it safe to continue using Spring Security 6.4?
Spring Security 6.4 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 Spring Security?
The latest version of Spring Security is 7.1.0, released in the 7.1 release cycle.
How many versions of Spring Security are currently supported?
Spring Security currently has 3 actively supported version(s): 7.1, 7.0, 6.5.
When does Spring Security 7.1 reach end of life?
Spring Security 7.1 is scheduled to reach end of life on Jul 31, 2027.
What should I do when Spring Security reaches end of life?
When a Spring Security 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.