Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect App 5.3 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect App 5.3 reached end of life on 1 Jun 2023. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect App release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 1 Jun 2021 | — |
| End of life | 1 Jun 2023 | 3.2 years ago |
| Active support ended | 1 Dec 2022 | security fixes only after this |
| Latest release | 5.3.4 · 31 May 2022 | final |
Where to go from 5.3
Recommended target: Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect App 6.3 (supported until 30 Jun 2028).
The newest actively supported branch is Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect App 6.3 (latest release 6.3.3-c1105).
Frequently asked questions
Is Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect App 5.3 still safe to use?
Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect App 5.3 reached end of life on 1 Jun 2023, 1,165 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect App 5.3?
Yes — the final release (5.3.4) 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 GlobalProtect App 5.3 to?
Upgrade to Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect App 6.3, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 30 Jun 2028).