Chef InSpec 5

End of life

5.24.24 Release notes ↗

Is Chef InSpec 5 still supported?

No

Chef InSpec 5 reached end of life on Oct 16, 2025 (12 months ago). It no longer gets updates, including security fixes. Upgrade to Chef InSpec 7 (latest 7.2.1).

Released
Mar 17, 2022
Active support ended
Nov 14, 2023
2 years ago
End of life
Oct 16, 2025
12 months ago
Latest version
5.24.24
Jun 24, 2026

Upgrade path

The recommended upgrade is Chef InSpec 7, currently at 7.2.1.

Not sure? Run inspec version

Quick answers

Is Chef InSpec 5 still supported?
No. Chef InSpec 5 reached end of life on Oct 16, 2025 (12 months ago). It no longer gets updates, including security fixes. Upgrade to Chef InSpec 7 (latest 7.2.1).
When is Chef InSpec 5 end of life?
Chef InSpec 5 reached end of life on Oct 16, 2025. It gets no more updates, including security fixes.
What is the latest version of Chef InSpec 5?
The latest Chef InSpec 5 release is 5.24.24, released on Jun 24, 2026.
When was Chef InSpec 5 released?
Chef InSpec 5 was released on Mar 17, 2022.
What should I upgrade Chef InSpec 5 to?
The recommended upgrade is Chef InSpec 7, currently at 7.2.1.
How do I check which Chef InSpec version I have?
Run inspec version, then paste the result into the “Am I up to date?” box on this page.

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  • 7 Supported
  • 6 Security Support
  • 5 End of life
  • 4 End of life
  • 3 End of life
  • 2 End of life
  • 1 End of life

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Chef InSpec 5 release history

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  1. 5.24.24

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