Linux Kernel 6.17 end of life (EOL) date and support status
End of life End of life since 2025-12-18 (294 days ago)
Upgrade: Linux Kernel 6.17 no longer receives fixes. Supported cycles: 7.2, 6.18, 6.12, 6.6, 6.1, 5.15, 5.10.
| Product | Linux Kernel |
|---|---|
| Version cycle | 6.17 |
| Status | End of life |
| Released | 2025-09-28 |
| Active support until | — |
| End of life | 2025-12-18 |
| Latest version | 6.17.13 (2025-12-18) |
| Last verified | 2026-10-08 |
All Linux Kernel versions → · Source: endoflife.date
Frequently asked questions
Is Linux Kernel 6.17 end of life?
Yes. End of life since 2025-12-18 (294 days ago). It no longer receives security or bug fixes.
When does Linux Kernel 6.17 reach end of life?
Linux Kernel 6.17 reached end of life on 2025-12-18.
When was Linux Kernel 6.17 released?
Linux Kernel 6.17 was first released on 2025-09-28.
What is the latest Linux Kernel 6.17 version?
The latest 6.17 release is 6.17.13, published on 2025-12-18.
Give your AI agent these facts
Vigia is a free MCP server: your coding agent checks versions, breaking changes and vulnerabilities before it writes code. No signup, no API key.
claude mcp add --transport http vigia https://vigia.coredls.cloud/mcp
Add to CursorAdd to VS Code★ Star on GitHub
Any other MCP client
{ "mcpServers": { "vigia": { "url": "https://vigia.coredls.cloud/mcp" } } }Agent skill (SKILL.md): tells the agent when to use Vigia · GitHub Action for pull requests
For agents
GET https://vigia.coredls.cloud/v1/eol/linux/6.17