Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect App 5.0 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect App 5.0 reached end of life on 12 Feb 2021. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect App release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 12 Feb 2019 | — |
| End of life | 12 Feb 2021 | 5.5 years ago |
| Active support ended | 12 May 2020 | security fixes only after this |
| Latest release | 5.0.10 | final |
Where to go from 5.0
Recommended target: Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect App 6.3 (supported until 30 Jun 2028).
The newest actively supported branch is Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect App 6.3 (latest release 6.3.3-c1105).
Frequently asked questions
Is Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect App 5.0 still safe to use?
Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect App 5.0 reached end of life on 12 Feb 2021, 2,004 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect App 5.0?
Yes — the final release (5.0.10) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect App 5.0 to?
Upgrade to Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect App 6.3, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 30 Jun 2028).