Wireshark 4.6 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Supported
Wireshark 4.6 is actively supported. The vendor has not published an end-of-support date for this branch.
4.6.5 latest release
Check your versionwireshark --version
Support timeline
Official dates from the Wireshark release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 8 Oct 2025 | — |
| End of life (scheduled) | — | not announced |
| Latest release | 4.6.5 · 29 Apr 2026 | current |
Frequently asked questions
When does Wireshark 4.6 reach end of life?
No end-of-life date has been announced for Wireshark 4.6 yet.
Is Wireshark 4.6 still supported?
Yes. Wireshark 4.6 is currently maintained. Latest release: 4.6.5, published 29 Apr 2026.
What happens when Wireshark 4.6 reaches end of life?
Security fixes stop. After — this branch receives no further updates under standard support.
How long do I have to upgrade from Wireshark 4.6?
No end-of-life date has been announced yet.