Spring Security 4.2 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Spring Security 4.2 reached end of life on 31 Aug 2019. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Spring Security release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 31 Jan 2017 | — |
| End of life | 31 Aug 2019 | 6.9 years ago |
| Extended support ends | 30 Nov 2020 | over |
| Latest release | 4.2.20 · 9 Dec 2020 | final |
Where to go from 4.2
Recommended target: Spring Security 7.1 (supported until 31 Jul 2027).
The newest actively supported branch is Spring Security 7.1 (latest release 7.1.0).
Frequently asked questions
Is Spring Security 4.2 still safe to use?
Spring Security 4.2 reached end of life on 31 Aug 2019, 2,535 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Spring Security 4.2?
Yes — the final release (4.2.20) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Spring Security 4.2 to?
Upgrade to Spring Security 7.1, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 31 Jul 2027).