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Hibernate ORM

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Libraries & SDKsLatest Version: 7.4.2Latest Release: Jun 21, 2026

Hibernate ORM is the leading Java object-relational mapping framework for database persistence.

Support summary

Hibernate ORM currently has supported cycles. Track the next EOL date and validate upgrades before your change window.

What do EOL and support statuses mean?

Next EOL

No announced EOL date is currently listed.

Supported cycles

1

0 lts

Versions

16

Latest Version

7.4.2

Active Support

1

EOL

15

Lifecycle Timeline

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Active SupportSecurity SupportEOL

Versions

ReleaseRelease DateActive SupportEOLLatest VersionLTSStatus
7.4May 26, 2026YesNo7.4.2No
Active
7.3Mar 16, 2026NoJun 7, 20267.3.9No
EOL
7.2Oct 8, 2025NoJun 9, 20267.2.20No
EOL
7.1Aug 8, 2025NoJun 7, 20267.1.31No
EOL
7.0May 20, 2025NoAug 10, 20257.0.10No
EOL
6.6Aug 8, 2024NoJun 9, 20266.6.53No
EOL
6.5Apr 25, 2024NoSep 18, 20246.5.3No
EOL
6.4Nov 23, 2023NoAug 6, 20246.4.10No
EOL
6.3Sep 1, 2023NoNov 23, 20236.3.2No
EOL
6.2Mar 31, 2023NoMay 3, 20266.2.52No
EOL
6.1Jun 7, 2022NoMar 31, 20236.1.7No
EOL
6.0Apr 1, 2022NoJun 7, 20226.0.2No
EOL
5.6Oct 11, 2021NoFeb 6, 20235.6.15No
EOL
5.5Jun 1, 2021NoDec 16, 20215.5.9No
EOL
5.4Dec 12, 2018NoJan 10, 20225.4.33No
EOL
5.3May 14, 2018NoJan 19, 20265.3.38No
EOL

Data sources

Frequently Asked Questions

Which versions of Hibernate ORM have reached end of life?
The following Hibernate ORM versions have reached end of life and no longer receive security updates: 7.3, 7.2, 7.1, 7.0, 6.6, 6.5, 6.4, 6.3 (and 7 more). It is recommended to upgrade to a supported version.
Is it safe to continue using Hibernate ORM 7.3?
Hibernate ORM 7.3 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 Hibernate ORM?
The latest version of Hibernate ORM is 7.4.2, released in the 7.4 release cycle.
How many versions of Hibernate ORM are currently supported?
Hibernate ORM currently has 1 actively supported version(s): 7.4.
When does Hibernate ORM 7.4 reach end of life?
Hibernate ORM 7.4 does not have a specific end-of-life date announced yet.
What should I do when Hibernate ORM reaches end of life?
When a Hibernate ORM 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.