Release 3006.28 LTS, 3007.15 STS, and 3008.3 LTS

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+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!