IBM Java
All Java releases at a glance: release dates, number of versions, latest version, LTS status and the end-of-life (EOL) visualisation
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Java release and version history
| Release | Release date | Versions | Latest version | Latest version date | LTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8.0 | 2015-02-01 | 59 | 8.0.8.71 | 2026-08-15 | No |
| 7.1 | 2013-12-01 | 35 | 7.1.5.15 | 2022-08-15 | No |
| 7.0 | 2011-09-01 | 42 | 7.0.11.15 | 2022-08-15 | No |
Data as of 10 November 2026. Dates in ISO format (YYYY-MM-DD). Source: Versio.io product release & end-of-life database.
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Facts and figures about Java
| Product | Java |
|---|---|
| Vendor | IBM |
| Latest version | 8.0.8.71 |
| Number of releases | 3 |
| Number of versions | 136 |
| Number of unstable versions | 0 |
| Number of versions affected by CVE | 5 |
| Licence details | https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/java-sdk-support-commercial-licensing-faq |
| Version command | java -version |
Frequently asked questions about IBM Java end of life
What is the latest version of IBM Java?
The latest version of IBM Java is 8.0.8.71, released as part of the 8.0 release on 15 August 2026.
Which IBM Java versions are still supported?
As of 10 November 2026, no IBM Java release is within its maintenance period. Check the release table above for the latest versions.
Does IBM Java have long-term support (LTS) releases?
No. IBM Java does not designate long-term support releases; every release follows the standard maintenance period shown in the table.
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