SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 12.0 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 12.0 reached end of life on 30 Jun 2016. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the SUSE Linux Enterprise Server release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 27 Oct 2014 | — |
| End of life | 30 Jun 2016 | 10.1 years ago |
| Extended support ends | 1 Jul 2019 | over |
| Latest release | — | final |
Where to go from 12.0
Recommended target: SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 16.0 (supported until 30 Nov 2027).
The newest actively supported branch is SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 16.0 (latest release ).
Frequently asked questions
Is SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 12.0 still safe to use?
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 12.0 reached end of life on 30 Jun 2016, 3,692 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 12.0?
Yes — the final release (12.0) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 12.0 to?
Upgrade to SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 16.0, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 30 Nov 2027).