Chef Workstation 23 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Chef Workstation 23 reached end of life on 31 Dec 2024. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Chef Workstation release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 9 Feb 2023 | 3y 8mo ago |
| Security Support ended | 31 Dec 2024 | 1y 9mo ago |
| Latest release | 23.12.1055 · 4 Dec 2023 | final |
Where to go from 23
Recommended target: Chef Workstation 25.
The newest actively supported branch is Chef Workstation 25 (latest release 25.14.2).
Frequently asked questions
Is Chef Workstation 23 still safe to use?
Chef Workstation 23 reached end of life on 31 Dec 2024, 643 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Chef Workstation 23?
Yes — the final release (23.12.1055) 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 Workstation 23 to?
Upgrade to Chef Workstation 25, the newest actively supported branch.