Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8 end of life (EOL) date and support status
Security fixes only Receives fixes until 2029-05-31 (in 966 days)
Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8 only receives security fixes until 2029-05-31; plan an upgrade to 10.
| Product | Red Hat Enterprise Linux |
|---|---|
| Version cycle | 8 |
| Status | Security fixes only |
| Released | 2019-05-07 |
| Active support until | 2024-05-31 |
| End of life | 2029-05-31 |
| Latest version | 8.10 (2024-05-22) |
| Last verified | 2026-10-08 |
All Red Hat Enterprise Linux versions → · Source: endoflife.date
Frequently asked questions
Is Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8 end of life?
Not yet, but active support has ended: Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8 only receives security fixes until 2029-05-31.
When does Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8 reach end of life?
Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8 reaches end of life on 2029-05-31.
When was Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8 released?
Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8 was first released on 2019-05-07.
What is the latest Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8 version?
The latest 8 release is 8.10, published on 2024-05-22.
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