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# Elasticsearch clusters should use the latest engine version
 
## Description{% #description %}

Upgrade your Amazon Elasticsearch Service (ES) engine to the latest version. By doing so, you ensure your deployment benefits from the newest bug fixes, security patches, and enhanced features, contributing to a more robust and secure search and analytics solution.

## Remediation{% #remediation %}

To learn how to upgrade your Elasticsearch domain to a newer version using the AWS Management Console, please refer to the [Elasticsearch Version Upgrade Guide](https://docs.aws.amazon.com/elasticsearch-service/latest/developerguide/es-version-migration.html#starting-upgrades). This documentation provides detailed steps for initiating and completing the upgrade process, helping you maintain a secure and up-to-date Elasticsearch environment.