Nutanix Files 4.2 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
End of Life
Nutanix Files 4.2 reached end of life on 30 Apr 2024. It no longer receives security fixes.
831 days without security patches
Recommended action: upgrade to Nutanix Files 5.3. Support timeline
Official dates from the Nutanix Files release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 28 Sept 2022 | — |
| End of life | 30 Apr 2024 | 2.3 years ago |
| Active support ended | 31 Jul 2023 | security fixes only after this |
| Latest release | 4.2.1.1 · 16 Mar 2023 | final |
Where to go from 4.2
Recommended target: Nutanix Files 5.3.
The newest actively supported branch is Nutanix Files 5.3 (latest release 5.3.0.2).
Frequently asked questions
Is Nutanix Files 4.2 still safe to use?
Nutanix Files 4.2 reached end of life on 30 Apr 2024, 831 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Nutanix Files 4.2?
Yes — the final release (4.2.1.1) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Nutanix Files 4.2 to?
Upgrade to Nutanix Files 5.3, the newest actively supported branch.