Question 1

What is the EOL Risk Score for NetScaler MPX / SDX (hardware) MPX/SDX 26000Z-50S?

Accepted Answer

NetScaler MPX / SDX (hardware) MPX/SDX 26000Z-50S 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 NetScaler MPX / SDX (hardware) MPX/SDX 26000Z-50S still supported?

Accepted Answer

NetScaler MPX / SDX (hardware) MPX/SDX 26000Z-50S is currently supported. End of life is scheduled for October 9, 2029. Plan your migration before that date to avoid security risk.

Question 3

When does NetScaler MPX / SDX (hardware) MPX/SDX 26000Z-50S reach end of life?

Accepted Answer

NetScaler MPX / SDX (hardware) MPX/SDX 26000Z-50S reached (or will reach) end of life on October 9, 2029. After this date, no security patches or bug fixes are issued by the vendor.

Question 4

What are the security risks of running NetScaler MPX / SDX (hardware) MPX/SDX 26000Z-50S after end of life?

Accepted Answer

After end of life, NetScaler MPX / SDX (hardware) MPX/SDX 26000Z-50S 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.