When Apple released macOS Ventura in October 2022, it brought features like Stage Manager, Continuity Camera and passkeys to the Mac. Three years on, Ventura has reached the end of its life.

The last security update Apple released for Ventura was macOS 13.7.7, in July 2025. With the arrival of macOS Tahoe 26 in autumn 2025, Ventura dropped out of Apple’s support window. If any of your Macs are still running it, they’re no longer receiving security fixes.

How Apple handles end of support

Apple doesn’t publish end-of-life dates for macOS. In practice, it usually provides security updates for the current version and the two before it. When a new version arrives each autumn, the oldest one drops off.

That means the cycle repeats every year. Planning for it is easier than reacting to it.

Why it matters for your business

• Security. New vulnerabilities in Ventura won’t be fixed, so unpatched Macs become an easier target over time.

• Cyber Essentials. To meet Cyber Essentials, devices in scope need to run supported operating systems that receive security updates. Macs still on Ventura can put your certification at risk.

• Software support. App developers gradually stop supporting older versions of macOS, so updates and new features stop arriving.

• Insurance and contracts. Some insurers and clients ask whether your devices are supported. An unsupported operating system is hard to justify.

What to do next

1. Find out which Macs are affected. On each Mac, open the Apple menu and choose About This Mac to see the macOS version. If your Macs are managed with a tool such as Microsoft Intune, you can report on this centrally.

2. Check which can upgrade. Many Macs that run Ventura can move to a newer version of macOS. Check Apple’s compatibility lists for macOS Sonoma, Sequoia and Tahoe.

3. Test your key apps. Before upgrading everyone, check that the software your team relies on works on the newer version.

4. Plan replacements for Macs that can’t upgrade. Older hardware may not be able to run a supported version at all. Build replacements into your budget rather than waiting for something to fail.

5. Back up before you upgrade. Make sure important files are saved to OneDrive, SharePoint or another backup before making any changes.

Make the next upgrade easier

macOS will keep moving on, and so will Windows. Keeping a simple record of your devices, their age and their operating system makes each upgrade cycle more predictable.

Aura helps organisations manage Mac and Windows devices, plan upgrades and stay on track for Cyber Essentials. If you’re not sure where your devices stand, we’re happy to help.