Chef Infra Server 11 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Chef Infra Server 11 reached end of life on 31 Dec 2018. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Chef Infra Server release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 4 Feb 2013 | 13y 8mo ago |
| Active Support ended | 25 Nov 2014 | security fixes only after this |
| Security Support ended | 31 Dec 2018 | 7y 9mo ago |
| Latest release | 11.1.7 · 19 Jun 2014 | final |
Where to go from 11
Recommended target: Chef Infra Server 15 (supported until 30 Nov 2026).
The newest actively supported branch is Chef Infra Server 15 (latest release 15.10.125).
Frequently asked questions
Is Chef Infra Server 11 still safe to use?
Chef Infra Server 11 reached end of life on 31 Dec 2018, 2,835 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Chef Infra Server 11?
Yes — the final release (11.1.7) 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 Server 11 to?
Upgrade to Chef Infra Server 15, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 30 Nov 2026).