Chef InSpec 6 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Supported
Chef InSpec 6 is actively supported. It reaches end of life on 31 Aug 2027.
330 days of security support left
6.8.24 latest release
76% of this branch's supported lifetime has elapsed — 14 Nov 2023 → 31 Aug 2027.
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Support timeline
Official dates from the Chef InSpec release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 14 Nov 2023 | 2y 11mo ago |
| Active Support ended | 16 Oct 2025 | security fixes only after this |
| Security Support ends | 31 Aug 2027 | in 11mo |
| Latest release | 6.8.24 · 23 Jan 2025 | current |
How much runway a newer branch buys
Chef InSpec 6 is the newest branch — this is the longest runway currently available.
| Branch | End of life | Days left | vs 6 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chef InSpec 6 | 31 Aug 2027 | 330 | this branch |
Frequently asked questions
When does Chef InSpec 6 reach end of life?
Chef InSpec 6 reaches end of life on 31 Aug 2027 — 330 days from now. After that date it receives no security fixes.
Is Chef InSpec 6 still supported?
Yes. Chef InSpec 6 is currently maintained. Latest release: 6.8.24, published 23 Jan 2025.
What happens when Chef InSpec 6 reaches end of life?
Security fixes stop. After 31 Aug 2027 this branch receives no further updates under standard support.
How long do I have to upgrade from Chef InSpec 6?
330 days. This is already the newest branch, so this is the longest runway currently available.