HPE Zerto 5.0 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
HPE Zerto 5.0 reached end of life on 31 Aug 2018. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the HPE Zerto release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 8 Nov 2016 | — |
| End of life | 31 Aug 2018 | 7.9 years ago |
| Latest release | — | final |
Where to go from 5.0
Recommended target: HPE Zerto 10.9 (supported until 13 May 2028).
The newest actively supported branch is HPE Zerto 10.9 (latest release ).
Frequently asked questions
Is HPE Zerto 5.0 still safe to use?
HPE Zerto 5.0 reached end of life on 31 Aug 2018, 2,900 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download HPE Zerto 5.0?
Yes — the final release (5.0) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade HPE Zerto 5.0 to?
Upgrade to HPE Zerto 10.9, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 13 May 2028).