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Updated October 24, 2026
Developer reference
Latest PHP Version: Current Release and Support Status
PHP 8.5.12 is the latest stable release, shipped on 21 October 2026 to fix two critical remote code execution vulnerabilities in every supported branch. This guide covers the patched versions and what to do about the vulnerabilities, every supported branch and its end-of-life date, the PHP 8.6 release schedule, how to find out which PHP version your site actually runs, and how to upgrade without taking production down.
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