Intel Processors cannon-lake End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Intel Processors cannon-lake reached end of life on 30 Sept 2021. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Intel Processors release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 1 May 2018 | — |
| End of life | 30 Sept 2021 | 4.9 years ago |
| Latest release | — | final |
Where to go from cannon-lake
Recommended target: Intel Processors panther-lake.
The newest actively supported branch is Intel Processors panther-lake (latest release ).
Frequently asked questions
Is Intel Processors cannon-lake still safe to use?
Intel Processors cannon-lake reached end of life on 30 Sept 2021, 1,774 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Intel Processors cannon-lake?
Yes — the final release (cannon-lake) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Intel Processors cannon-lake to?
Upgrade to Intel Processors panther-lake, the newest actively supported branch.