CentOS Stream 8
CentOS Stream 8 was released on Sep 24, 2019 and reached end of life on May 31, 2024. It no longer receives security updates.
CentOS Stream 8 support timeline
Sep 24, 2019Ended
100% elapsedEnd of life
May 31, 2024
CentOS Stream 8 release and support dates
| Milestone | Date | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Released | ||
| Active support ends | Regular bug-fix and maintenance updates. | |
| End of life | Security updates stop. endoflife.date’s listed end of support. |
Source: endoflife.date, fetched Oct 6, 2026. Status as of Oct 7, 2026. Support scope varies by project; confirm on the official site.
What to do now that CentOS Stream 8 is end of life
Running an end-of-life release means new vulnerabilities in the kernel, browser libraries, and system packages stay unpatched. The next supported step is CentOS Stream 9, supported until May 31, 2027.
Check CentOS Stream’s official documentation for the supported upgrade path before moving to a new major version, and back up your data first.
Other CentOS Stream versions
| Version | Released | End of life |
|---|---|---|
| CentOS Stream 10 | Dec 12, 2024 | May 31, 2030 |
| CentOS Stream 9 | Sep 15, 2021 | May 31, 2027 |
| CentOS Stream 8 | Sep 24, 2019 | May 31, 2024 |
CentOS Stream 8: common questions
When does CentOS Stream 8 reach end of life?
CentOS Stream 8 reached end of life on May 31, 2024, according to endoflife.date.
Is CentOS Stream 8 still supported?
No. CentOS Stream 8 has reached end of life and no longer receives security updates. Upgrade to CentOS Stream 9 to stay supported.
When was CentOS Stream 8 released?
CentOS Stream 8 was released on Sep 24, 2019.
What should I upgrade CentOS Stream 8 to?
CentOS Stream 9 is the next release that is still supported (until May 31, 2027). The newest release is CentOS Stream 10.