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Amazon Linux
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Operating Systems Latest Version: 2023.10.20260202.2 Latest Release: Feb 10, 2026
Amazon Linux is a Linux distribution provided by AWS, optimized for running on EC2 instances.
Versions
17
Latest Version
2023.10.20260202.2
Active Support
2
EOL
15
Lifecycle Timeline
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2023
2023
2
2
2018.03
2018.03
2017.09
2017.09
2017.03
2017.03
2016.09
2016.09
2016.03
2016.03
2015.09
2015.09
2015.03
2015.03
2014.09
2014.09
Active SupportSecurity SupportEOL
Versions
| Release | Release Date | Active Support | EOL | Latest Version | LTS | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Mar 1, 2023 | Jun 30, 2027 | Jun 30, 2029 | 2023.10.20260202.2 | No | Active |
| 2 | Jun 26, 2018 | Jun 30, 2026 | Jun 30, 2026 | 2.0.20260202.2 | No | Active |
| 2018.03 | Apr 25, 2018 | Dec 31, 2020 | Dec 31, 2023 | 2018.03.0.20231218.0 | No | EOL |
| 2017.09 | Nov 3, 2017 | Dec 31, 2020 | Dec 31, 2023 | 2017.09.1.20180409 | No | EOL |
| 2017.03 | Apr 7, 2017 | Dec 31, 2020 | Dec 31, 2023 | 2017.03.1.20170812 | No | EOL |
| 2016.09 | Nov 16, 2016 | Dec 31, 2020 | Dec 31, 2023 | 2016.09.1.20161221 | No | EOL |
| 2016.03 | Mar 22, 2016 | Dec 31, 2020 | Dec 31, 2023 | 2016.03 | No | EOL |
| 2015.09 | Sep 22, 2015 | Dec 31, 2020 | Dec 31, 2023 | 2015.09 | No | EOL |
| 2015.03 | Mar 24, 2015 | Dec 31, 2020 | Dec 31, 2023 | 2015.03 | No | EOL |
| 2014.09 | Sep 23, 2014 | Dec 31, 2020 | Dec 31, 2023 | 2014.09 | No | EOL |
| 2014.03 | Mar 27, 2014 | Dec 31, 2020 | Dec 31, 2023 | 2014.03 | No | EOL |
| 2013.09 | Sep 30, 2013 | Dec 31, 2020 | Dec 31, 2023 | 2013.09 | No | EOL |
| 2013.03 | Mar 27, 2013 | Dec 31, 2020 | Dec 31, 2023 | 2013.03 | No | EOL |
| 2012.09 | Oct 11, 2012 | Dec 31, 2020 | Dec 31, 2023 | 2012.09 | No | EOL |
| 2012.03 | Mar 28, 2012 | Dec 31, 2020 | Dec 31, 2023 | 2012.03 | No | EOL |
| 2011.09 | Sep 26, 2011 | Dec 31, 2020 | Dec 31, 2023 | 2011.09 | No | EOL |
| 2010.11 | Dec 1, 2010 | Dec 31, 2020 | Dec 31, 2023 | 2010.11 | No | EOL |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which versions of Amazon Linux have reached end of life?
The following Amazon Linux versions have reached end of life and no longer receive security updates: 2018.03, 2017.09, 2017.03, 2016.09, 2016.03, 2015.09, 2015.03, 2014.09 (and 7 more). It is recommended to upgrade to a supported version.
Is it safe to continue using Amazon Linux 2018.03?
Amazon Linux 2018.03 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 Amazon Linux?
The latest version of Amazon Linux is 2023.10.20260202.2, released in the 2023 release cycle.
How many versions of Amazon Linux are currently supported?
Amazon Linux currently has 2 actively supported version(s): 2023, 2.
When does Amazon Linux 2023 reach end of life?
Amazon Linux 2023 is scheduled to reach end of life on Jun 30, 2029.
What should I do when Amazon Linux reaches end of life?
When a Amazon Linux 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.