Slackware Linux 9.0 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
End of Life
Slackware Linux 9.0 reached end of life on 1 Aug 2012. It no longer receives security fixes.
5,121 days without security patches
Recommended action: upgrade to Slackware Linux 15.0. Check your versioncat /etc/os-release
Support timeline
Official dates from the Slackware Linux release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 18 Mar 2003 | — |
| End of life | 1 Aug 2012 | 14.0 years ago |
| Latest release | — | final |
Where to go from 9.0
Recommended target: Slackware Linux 15.0.
The newest actively supported branch is Slackware Linux 15.0 (latest release ).
Frequently asked questions
Is Slackware Linux 9.0 still safe to use?
Slackware Linux 9.0 reached end of life on 1 Aug 2012, 5,121 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Slackware Linux 9.0?
Yes — the final release (9.0) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Slackware Linux 9.0 to?
Upgrade to Slackware Linux 15.0, the newest actively supported branch.