rtpengine 8.5 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
rtpengine 8.5 reached end of life on 8 Dec 2023. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the rtpengine release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 31 Jul 2020 | — |
| End of life | 8 Dec 2023 | 2.7 years ago |
| Latest release | 8.5.12.2 · 15 Dec 2023 | final |
Where to go from 8.5
Recommended target: rtpengine 26.1 (supported until 31 Aug 2026).
The newest actively supported branch is rtpengine 26.1 (latest release 26.1.1.10).
Frequently asked questions
Is rtpengine 8.5 still safe to use?
rtpengine 8.5 reached end of life on 8 Dec 2023, 975 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download rtpengine 8.5?
Yes — the final release (8.5.12.2) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade rtpengine 8.5 to?
Upgrade to rtpengine 26.1, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 31 Aug 2026).