X-pack 18 [exclusive] Jun 2026

Version "18" is significant. It marks a shift toward modular deployment (you can enable only the components you need), improved machine learning anomaly detection, and a hardened security posture designed to meet compliance standards like GDPR, HIPAA, and SOC 2.

: The deep visibility into system performance and security events provided by X-pack 18 enables organizations to make informed decisions, optimizing their infrastructure and applications for better performance and reliability. X-pack 18

: Simplifies orientation by making the drone move relative to the pilot's position rather than its own "front". Altitude Hold Version "18" is significant

Elastic (NYSE: ESTC) has stated that X-pack 18 will be the last version released as a “suite.” Starting with the planned v19 release in late 2025, each component (Security, ML, Watcher) will become an independent, cloud-native microservice. : Simplifies orientation by making the drone move