MX Linux 14 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
MX Linux 14 reached end of life on 31 May 2018. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the MX Linux release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 25 Mar 2014 | 12y 6mo ago |
| Active Support ended | 4 Jun 2016 | security fixes only after this |
| Security Support ended | 31 May 2018 | 8y 4mo ago |
| Latest release | 14.4 · 24 Mar 2015 | final |
Where to go from 14
Recommended target: MX Linux 25 (supported until 30 Jun 2030).
The newest actively supported branch is MX Linux 25 (latest release 25.3).
Frequently asked questions
Is MX Linux 14 still safe to use?
MX Linux 14 reached end of life on 31 May 2018, 3,049 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download MX Linux 14?
Yes — the final release (14.4) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade MX Linux 14 to?
Upgrade to MX Linux 25, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 30 Jun 2030).