Ansible-core 2.17 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Ansible-core 2.17 reached end of life on 30 Nov 2025. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Ansible-core release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 20 May 2024 | — |
| End of life | 30 Nov 2025 | 0.7 years ago |
| Latest release | 2.17.14 · 8 Sept 2025 | final |
Where to go from 2.17
Recommended target: Ansible-core 2.21 (supported until 30 Nov 2027).
The newest actively supported branch is Ansible-core 2.21 (latest release 2.21.2).
Frequently asked questions
Is Ansible-core 2.17 still safe to use?
Ansible-core 2.17 reached end of life on 30 Nov 2025, 252 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Ansible-core 2.17?
Yes — the final release (2.17.14) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Ansible-core 2.17 to?
Upgrade to Ansible-core 2.21, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 30 Nov 2027).