Chef Infra Server 13 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Chef Infra Server 13 reached end of life on 30 Jun 2021. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Chef Infra Server release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 31 May 2019 | — |
| End of life | 30 Jun 2021 | 5.1 years ago |
| Active support ended | 8 Jun 2020 | security fixes only after this |
| Latest release | 13.2.0 · 10 Apr 2020 | final |
Where to go from 13
Recommended target: Chef Infra Server 15.
The newest actively supported branch is Chef Infra Server 15 (latest release 15.10.114).
Frequently asked questions
Is Chef Infra Server 13 still safe to use?
Chef Infra Server 13 reached end of life on 30 Jun 2021, 1,866 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Chef Infra Server 13?
Yes — the final release (13.2.0) 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 13 to?
Upgrade to Chef Infra Server 15, the newest actively supported branch.