Perl 5.40 end of life (EOL) date and support status
Security fixes only Receives fixes until 2027-06-09 (in 244 days)
Perl 5.40 only receives security fixes until 2027-06-09; plan an upgrade to 5.44.
| Product | Perl |
|---|---|
| Version cycle | 5.40 |
| Status | Security fixes only |
| Released | 2024-06-09 |
| Active support until | 2026-07-15 |
| End of life | 2027-06-09 |
| Latest version | 5.40.5 (2026-08-02) |
| Last verified | 2026-10-08 |
All Perl versions → · Source: endoflife.date
Frequently asked questions
Is Perl 5.40 end of life?
Not yet, but active support has ended: Perl 5.40 only receives security fixes until 2027-06-09.
When does Perl 5.40 reach end of life?
Perl 5.40 reaches end of life on 2027-06-09.
When was Perl 5.40 released?
Perl 5.40 was first released on 2024-06-09.
What is the latest Perl 5.40 version?
The latest 5.40 release is 5.40.5, published on 2026-08-02.
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