Hashicorp Packer 1.11 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Hashicorp Packer 1.11 reached end of life on 30 Jul 2025. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Hashicorp Packer release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 31 May 2024 | — |
| End of life | 30 Jul 2025 | 1.0 years ago |
| Latest release | 1.11.2 · 30 Jul 2024 | final |
Where to go from 1.11
Recommended target: Hashicorp Packer 1.16.
The newest actively supported branch is Hashicorp Packer 1.16 (latest release 1.16.0).
Frequently asked questions
Is Hashicorp Packer 1.11 still safe to use?
Hashicorp Packer 1.11 reached end of life on 30 Jul 2025, 375 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Hashicorp Packer 1.11?
Yes — the final release (1.11.2) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Hashicorp Packer 1.11 to?
Upgrade to Hashicorp Packer 1.16, the newest actively supported branch.