Cybersecurity

Wireshark 5.0.0rc1 Release Candidate Published

Wireshark has published release candidate 5.0.0rc1, paving the way for the next major version of the network protocol analyzer.

2 Nov 2026

Wireshark 5.0.0rc1 has been published as a release candidate for the project’s upcoming major version. The release indicates that development of Wireshark 5.0.0 is nearing completion.

The announcement provides no additional details about changes, fixes or new features included in this candidate. A final Wireshark 5.0.0 release is expected soon.

Sources: SANS Internet Storm Center.