Fedora Linux 8 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Fedora Linux 8 reached end of life on 7 Jan 2009. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Fedora Linux release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 8 Nov 2007 | 18y 11mo ago |
| Security Support ended | 7 Jan 2009 | 17y 9mo ago |
| Latest release | 8 · 8 Nov 2007 | final |
Where to go from 8
Recommended target: Fedora Linux 44 (supported until 2 Jun 2027).
The newest actively supported branch is Fedora Linux 44 (latest release 44).
Frequently asked questions
Is Fedora Linux 8 still safe to use?
Fedora Linux 8 reached end of life on 7 Jan 2009, 6,480 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Fedora Linux 8?
Yes — the final release (8) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Fedora Linux 8 to?
Upgrade to Fedora Linux 44, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 2 Jun 2027).