VMware ESXi 8.0 End of Life
Support dates, the patch stream you lose at EOL, and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Supported
VMware ESXi 8.0 is actively supported. The vendor has not published an end-of-support date for this branch.
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Support timeline
Official dates, read directly from knowledge.broadcom.com.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 11 Oct 2022 | — |
| End of life (scheduled) | — | not announced |
| Latest release | 8.0 Update 3k · 29 Jul 2026 | current |
Frequently asked questions
When does VMware ESXi 8.0 reach end of life?
No end-of-life date has been announced for VMware ESXi 8.0 yet.
Is VMware ESXi 8.0 still supported?
Yes. VMware ESXi 8.0 is currently maintained. Latest release: 8.0 Update 3k, published 29 Jul 2026.
What happens when VMware ESXi 8.0 reaches end of life?
Security fixes stop. Over the last 12 months 0 VMware ESXi vulnerabilities were published and patched across supported branches; once 8.0 is end of life, fixes at that rate no longer reach it.
How long do I have to upgrade from VMware ESXi 8.0?
No end-of-life date has been announced yet.