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Hibernate ORM

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Libraries & SDKs Latest Version: 7.2.4 Latest Release: Feb 8, 2026

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

Versions

14

Latest Version

7.2.4

Active Support

1

EOL

13

Lifecycle Timeline

Today
7.2
7.2
7.1
7.1
7.0
7.0
6.6
6.6
6.5
6.5
6.4
6.4
6.3
6.3
6.2
6.2
6.1
6.1
6.0
6.0
Active SupportSecurity SupportEOL

Versions

ReleaseRelease DateActive SupportEOLLatest VersionLTSStatus
7.2Oct 8, 2025-No7.2.4No
Active
7.1Aug 8, 2025-Oct 8, 20257.1.16No
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7.0May 20, 2025-Aug 8, 20257.0.10No
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6.6Aug 8, 2024-Yes6.6.42No
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6.5Apr 25, 2024-Yes6.5.3No
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6.4Nov 23, 2023-Yes6.4.10No
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6.3Sep 1, 2023-Yes6.3.2No
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6.2Mar 31, 2023-Yes6.2.49No
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6.1Jun 7, 2022-Yes6.1.7No
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6.0Apr 1, 2022-Yes6.0.2No
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5.6Oct 11, 2021-Yes5.6.15No
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5.5Jun 1, 2021-Yes5.5.9No
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5.4Dec 12, 2018-Yes5.4.33No
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5.3May 14, 2018-Yes5.3.38No
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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: 7.1, 7.0, 6.6, 6.5, 6.4, 6.3, 6.2, 6.1 (and 5 more). It is recommended to upgrade to a supported version.
Is it safe to continue using Hibernate ORM 7.1?
Hibernate ORM 7.1 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 7.2.4, released in the 7.2 release cycle.
How many versions of Hibernate ORM are currently supported?
Hibernate ORM currently has 1 actively supported version(s): 7.2.
When does Hibernate ORM 7.2 reach end of life?
Hibernate ORM 7.2 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.