OpenJDK builds from Oracle 17 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
OpenJDK builds from Oracle 17 reached end of life on 22 Mar 2022. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the OpenJDK builds from Oracle release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 14 Sept 2021 | 5y 1mo ago |
| Security Support ended | 22 Mar 2022 | 4y 6mo ago |
| Latest release | 17.0.2 · 18 Jan 2022 | final |
Where to go from 17
Recommended target: OpenJDK builds from Oracle 27 (supported until 23 Mar 2027).
The newest actively supported branch is OpenJDK builds from Oracle 27 (latest release 27).
Frequently asked questions
Is OpenJDK builds from Oracle 17 still safe to use?
OpenJDK builds from Oracle 17 reached end of life on 22 Mar 2022, 1,658 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download OpenJDK builds from Oracle 17?
Yes — the final release (17.0.2) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade OpenJDK builds from Oracle 17 to?
Upgrade to OpenJDK builds from Oracle 27, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 23 Mar 2027).