Question 1

What is the EOL Risk Score for AWS Lambda Python 3.7?

Accepted Answer

AWS Lambda Python 3.7 has an EOL Risk Score™ of 10 out of 100, placing it in the Low risk band. The score is calculated from four factors: EOL Recency (0/40), Attack Surface (10/30), CISA KEV Exposure (0/20), and Extended Support Availability (0/10).

Question 2

Is AWS Lambda Python 3.7 still supported?

Accepted Answer

AWS Lambda Python 3.7 is currently supported. End of life is scheduled for August 31, 2027. Plan your migration before that date to avoid security risk.

Question 3

When does AWS Lambda Python 3.7 reach end of life?

Accepted Answer

AWS Lambda Python 3.7 reached (or will reach) end of life on August 31, 2027. After this date, no security patches or bug fixes are issued by the vendor.

Question 4

What are the security risks of running AWS Lambda Python 3.7 after end of life?

Accepted Answer

After end of life, AWS Lambda Python 3.7 no longer receives security patches. Any newly discovered CVEs remain unpatched indefinitely. Organizations running EOL software also face compliance violations under SOC 2, PCI DSS, HIPAA, and ISO 27001, which require use of supported software versions.