OpenJDK builds from Oracle 9 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
OpenJDK builds from Oracle 9 reached end of life on 20 Mar 2018. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the OpenJDK builds from Oracle release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 21 Sept 2017 | — |
| End of life | 20 Mar 2018 | 8.4 years ago |
| Latest release | 9.0.4 · 16 Jan 2018 | final |
Where to go from 9
Recommended target: OpenJDK builds from Oracle 26 (supported until 18 Sept 2026).
The newest actively supported branch is OpenJDK builds from Oracle 26 (latest release 26).
Frequently asked questions
Is OpenJDK builds from Oracle 9 still safe to use?
OpenJDK builds from Oracle 9 reached end of life on 20 Mar 2018, 3,064 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 9?
Yes — the final release (9.0.4) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade OpenJDK builds from Oracle 9 to?
Upgrade to OpenJDK builds from Oracle 26, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 18 Sept 2026).