Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8
- Security fixes only
- Released 7 May 2019
- End of life 31 May 2029
- Latest 8.10
Is Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8 still supported?
Security fixes only, until 31 May 2029 (in 2.5 years).
Today
- Released 7 May 2019
- Active support ends 31 May 2024
- End of life 31 May 2029
- Extended support ends 31 May 2033
Release details
- Product
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux
- Version
- 8
- Release date
- 7 May 2019
- Latest update
- 8.10 · 22 May 2024
- Long-term support
- No
- Active support until
- 31 May 2024
- Security support until
- 31 May 2029
- Extended support until
- 31 May 2033
- Status
- Security fixes only
Guides for Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8
Python
How to Install Python 3.10 on CentOS/RHEL 9/8 & Fedora
Updated Apr 2025
DevOps & Cloud
How to Install Docker on CentOS/RHEL 8
Updated Apr 2025
Networking
Step-by-Step Guide to Setting Up HAProxy on CentOS/RHEL 9/8
Updated Apr 2025
Security
How to Disable SELinux on CentOS 9/8 & RHEL 9/8
Updated Apr 2025
PHP
How to Install PHP 8 on CentOS/RHEL 8
Updated Apr 2025
JavaScript & Node.js
How To Install NVM on CentOS/RHEL 8
Updated Apr 2025
Databases
How To Install Memcache Server on CentOS/RHEL 9/8
Updated Apr 2025
Databases
How To Install Elasticsearch on CentOS/RHEL 8
Updated Apr 2025
Other Red Hat Enterprise Linux releases
Supported now
Frequently asked questions
When does Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8 reach end of life?
Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8 is supported until 31 May 2029 (in 2.5 years). Paid extended support is available until 31 May 2033.
Is Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8 still supported?
Yes. Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8 is getting security fixes only.
What is the latest version of Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8?
The latest Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8 release is 8.10, released on 22 May 2024.
When was Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8 released?
Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8 was released on 7 May 2019.
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