diff --git a/content/blog/2026-09-30-salt-3006-28-3007-15-3008-3-available.md b/content/blog/2026-09-30-salt-3006-28-3007-15-3008-3-available.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..aa33b30 --- /dev/null +++ b/content/blog/2026-09-30-salt-3006-28-3007-15-3008-3-available.md @@ -0,0 +1,57 @@ +--- +title: "Salt 3006.28 LTS, 3007.15 STS, 3008.3 LTS Now Available" +summary: "Bugfix releases for the 3006 LTS, 3007 STS (final Capstone release), and 3008 LTS branches of Salt." +date: "2026-09-30" +author: "Salt Project Team" +image: images/blog/new-release.png +image_alt: "Salt Project new release announcement" +tags: + - release +--- + +The Salt Project is pleased to announce the following bugfix releases of Salt: + +* 3006.28 LTS + * **Release Notes:** View the release notes on [GitHub](https://github.com/saltstack/salt/blob/3006.x/doc/topics/releases/3006.28.md) + * **Changelogs:** [CHANGELOG.md](https://github.com/saltstack/salt/blob/v3006.28/CHANGELOG.md) + * **The Tag:** Check out the official ``v3006.28`` tag on [GitHub](https://github.com/saltstack/salt/releases/tag/v3006.28) + * **Source:** [PyPI - Salt 3006.28](https://pypi.org/project/salt/3006.28/) +* 3007.15 STS (Capstone) + * **Release Notes:** View the release notes on [GitHub](https://github.com/saltstack/salt/blob/3007.x/doc/topics/releases/3007.15.md) + * **Changelogs:** [CHANGELOG.md](https://github.com/saltstack/salt/blob/v3007.15/CHANGELOG.md) + * **The Tag:** Check out the official ``v3007.15`` tag on [GitHub](https://github.com/saltstack/salt/releases/tag/v3007.15) + * **Source:** [PyPI - Salt 3007.15](https://pypi.org/project/salt/3007.15/) +* 3008.3 LTS + * **Release Notes:** View the release notes on [GitHub](https://github.com/saltstack/salt/blob/3008.x/doc/topics/releases/3008.3.md) + * **Changelogs:** [CHANGELOG.md](https://github.com/saltstack/salt/blob/v3008.3/CHANGELOG.md) + * **The Tag:** Check out the official ``v3008.3`` tag on [GitHub](https://github.com/saltstack/salt/releases/tag/v3008.3) + * **Source:** [PyPI - Salt 3008.3](https://pypi.org/project/salt/3008.3/) + +**Note on 3006.x:** 3006.x releases are now security fixes only. Bugfixes will no longer be backported to the 3006 LTS line, so we recommend planning your move to 3008 LTS. + +**Note on 3007.15:** This is a Capstone release, the final release of the 3007 STS line. We recommend planning your move to a supported LTS release, 3006 LTS or 3008 LTS. + +## Installation & Upgrade Notes + +Users can install Salt via PyPI or through our official package repositories. + +* **Install Guide:** Refer to our official instructions for [Installing Salt](https://docs.saltproject.io/salt/install-guide/en/latest/index.html). + +* **Package Repo:** Packages are available here: + * [deb](https://packages.broadcom.com/artifactory/saltproject-deb/) + * [rpm](https://packages.broadcom.com/artifactory/saltproject-rpm/) + * [mac](https://packages.broadcom.com/artifactory/saltproject-generic/macos/) + * [win](https://packages.broadcom.com/artifactory/saltproject-generic/windows/) + * [onedir](https://packages.broadcom.com/artifactory/saltproject-generic/onedir/) + +| IMPORTANT | +| --------- | +| While Salt supports differing versions between the Master and Minions during transitional periods, it is **highly recommended to upgrade your Salt Master first** to prevent compatibility issues. | + +## Reporting Issues & Feedback + +If you encounter any unexpected behavior, bugs, or packaging issues with these releases, please let us know right away by opening an issue: + +[**Open a GitHub Issue**](https://github.com/saltstack/salt/issues/new/choose) + +Thank you for being a vital part of the Salt Project community. Happy automating!