OpenVPN 2.6 end of life (EOL) date and support status
Security fixes only Receives fixes until 2028-08-31 (in 693 days)
OpenVPN 2.6 only receives security fixes until 2028-08-31; plan an upgrade to 2.7.
| Product | OpenVPN |
|---|---|
| Version cycle | 2.6 |
| Status | Security fixes only |
| Released | 2023-01-25 |
| Active support until | 2026-08-31 |
| End of life | 2028-08-31 |
| Latest version | 2.6.23 (2026-09-23) |
| Last verified | 2026-10-08 |
All OpenVPN versions → · Source: endoflife.date
Frequently asked questions
Is OpenVPN 2.6 end of life?
Not yet, but active support has ended: OpenVPN 2.6 only receives security fixes until 2028-08-31.
When does OpenVPN 2.6 reach end of life?
OpenVPN 2.6 reaches end of life on 2028-08-31.
When was OpenVPN 2.6 released?
OpenVPN 2.6 was first released on 2023-01-25.
What is the latest OpenVPN 2.6 version?
The latest 2.6 release is 2.6.23, published on 2026-09-23.
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