OpenJDK builds from Oracle 25 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
OpenJDK builds from Oracle 25 reached end of life on 17 Mar 2026. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the OpenJDK builds from Oracle release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 16 Sept 2025 | 1y 1mo ago |
| Security Support ended | 17 Mar 2026 | 7mo ago |
| Latest release | 25 · 16 Sept 2025 | final |
Where to go from 25
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 25 still safe to use?
OpenJDK builds from Oracle 25 reached end of life on 17 Mar 2026, 202 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 25?
Yes — the final release (25) 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 25 to?
Upgrade to OpenJDK builds from Oracle 27, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 23 Mar 2027).