Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS 9.0-xfr End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS 9.0-xfr reached end of life on 19 Sept 2020. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 19 Sept 2019 | — |
| End of life | 19 Sept 2020 | 5.9 years ago |
| Latest release | 9.0-XFR (VM-Series only) · 19 Sept 2019 | final |
Where to go from 9.0-xfr
Recommended target: Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS 12.2 (supported until 30 Jul 2029).
The newest actively supported branch is Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS 12.2 (latest release 12.2.2).
Frequently asked questions
Is Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS 9.0-xfr still safe to use?
Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS 9.0-xfr reached end of life on 19 Sept 2020, 2,150 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS 9.0-xfr?
Yes — the final release (9.0-XFR (VM-Series only)) 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 PAN-OS 9.0-xfr to?
Upgrade to Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS 12.2, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 30 Jul 2029).