Chef Infra Client 17 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Chef Infra Client 17 reached end of life on 5 Feb 2026. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Chef Infra Client release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 27 Apr 2021 | — |
| End of life | 5 Feb 2026 | 0.5 years ago |
| Active support ended | 10 Jan 2022 | security fixes only after this |
| Latest release | 17.10.163 · 14 Aug 2024 | final |
Where to go from 17
Recommended target: Chef Infra Client 19.
The newest actively supported branch is Chef Infra Client 19 (latest release 19.3.15).
Frequently asked questions
Is Chef Infra Client 17 still safe to use?
Chef Infra Client 17 reached end of life on 5 Feb 2026, 185 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Chef Infra Client 17?
Yes — the final release (17.10.163) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Chef Infra Client 17 to?
Upgrade to Chef Infra Client 19, the newest actively supported branch.