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IBM Semeru RuntimeEnd of Life (EOL) Dates & Support Status
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Runtimes & JDKsLatest Version: 25.0.4.15Latest Release: Sep 24, 2026
IBM Semeru Runtime is a free OpenJDK distribution powered by the Eclipse OpenJ9 JVM.
Support summary
IBM Semeru Runtime 26 reaches EOL in 3 days. Start upgrade planning and compatibility testing now.
What do EOL and support statuses mean?Next EOL
Sep 30, 2026
IBM Semeru Runtime 26 · 3 days left
Supported cycles
7
5 lts
Versions
10
Latest Version
25.0.4.15
Active Support
7
EOL
3
Lifecycle Timeline
Sep 16, 2021As of Sep 27, 2026
27Active · Mar 31, 2027
26Active · Sep 30, 2026
25Active · Sep 30, 2031
24EOL · Sep 25, 2025
23EOL · Mar 31, 2025
22EOL · Sep 18, 2024
21Active · Dec 31, 2029
17Active · Oct 31, 2027
11Active · Oct 31, 2027
8Active · Dec 31, 2030
ActiveSecurityEOLHistorical phase unknown
Bars show history up to the snapshot date. Gray intervals lack dated support boundaries; arrows indicate an unannounced EOL date, not a support guarantee.
Versions
| Release | Release Date | Active Support | EOL | Latest Version | LTS | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27 | Sep 16, 2026 | Maintained | Mar 31, 2027 | 27.0.0.0 | No | Active |
| 26 | Mar 18, 2026 | Maintained | Sep 30, 2026 | 26.0.2.10 | No | Active |
| 25 | Sep 25, 2025 | Maintained | Sep 30, 2031 | 25.0.4.15 | Yes | Active |
| 24 | Mar 31, 2025 | Ended | Sep 25, 2025 | 24.0.2+12 | No | EOL |
| 23 | Sep 18, 2024 | Ended | Mar 31, 2025 | 23.0.2+7 | No | EOL |
| 22 | May 21, 2024 | Ended | Sep 18, 2024 | 22.0.2+9 | No | EOL |
| 21 | Sep 22, 2023 | Maintained | Dec 31, 2029 | 21.0.10+7.1 | Yes | Active |
| 17 | Dec 9, 2021 | Maintained | Oct 31, 2027 | 17.0.20.15 | Yes | Active |
| 11 | Sep 16, 2021 | Maintained | Oct 31, 2027 | 11.0.32.15 | Yes | Active |
| 8 | Sep 16, 2021 | Maintained | Dec 31, 2030 | 8.0.504.5 | Yes | Active |
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Which versions of IBM Semeru Runtime have reached end of life?
The following IBM Semeru Runtime versions have reached end of life and no longer receive security updates: 24, 23, 22. It is recommended to upgrade to a supported version.
Is it safe to continue using IBM Semeru Runtime 24?
IBM Semeru Runtime 24 has reached end of life and no longer receives security patches or bug fixes. Continuing to use it may expose your systems to known vulnerabilities. We strongly recommend upgrading to a supported version.
What is the latest version of IBM Semeru Runtime?
The latest version of IBM Semeru Runtime is 25.0.4.15, released in the 25 release cycle.
How many versions of IBM Semeru Runtime are currently supported?
IBM Semeru Runtime currently has 7 actively supported version(s): 27, 26, 25, 21, 17, 11, 8.
When does IBM Semeru Runtime 27 reach end of life?
IBM Semeru Runtime 27 is scheduled to reach end of life on Mar 31, 2027.
What should I do when IBM Semeru Runtime reaches end of life?
When a IBM Semeru Runtime version reaches end of life, you should: 1) Plan your migration to a supported version as soon as possible. 2) Review the release notes for breaking changes. 3) Test your applications thoroughly in a staging environment. 4) Update your dependencies to ensure compatibility with the new version.