Big Ip 16.x — End of Life
EOL soonBig Ip 16.x — All releases
| Version | Released | Active support | EOL date | Latest patch | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16.1LTS | Jul 7, 2021 | Jul 1, 2026 | Jul 1, 2026 | 16.1.6 | EOL soon |
| 16.0 | Jul 16, 2020 | Oct 7, 2021 | Oct 7, 2021 | 16.0.1.1 | EOL |
CVEs affecting Big Ip 16.x (0)
Big Ip 16.x will reach end of life — migrate to Big Ip 17.x
Big Ip 17.x is the next major release. Plan your upgrade before Big Ip 16.x stops receiving security patches.
Frequently asked questions
Is Big Ip 16 end of life?
Partially. Some Big Ip 16.x releases have reached EOL. Check the version table above for the exact status of each sub-release.
What CVEs affect Big Ip 16?
No CVEs are currently tracked for Big Ip 16.x in our database. This may mean no vulnerabilities have been recorded yet, or the data is still syncing.
What is the latest Big Ip 16 version?
The latest Big Ip 16.x patch release is 16.1.6, released on April 15, 2025. Always run the latest patch to benefit from all security fixes.
How to migrate from Big Ip 16 to Big Ip 17?
To migrate from Big Ip 16 to Big Ip 17: (1) review the official Big Ip 17 migration guide for breaking changes, (2) update dependencies and configuration accordingly, (3) test thoroughly in a staging environment, (4) deploy with a rollback plan. Starting early gives you time to resolve compatibility issues before your current version reaches end of life.
Is it safe to run Big Ip 16 in production?
Big Ip 16 is still supported and safe for production use until July 1, 2026. Ensure you are running the latest patch version (16.1.6) to have all security fixes applied.
Data sourced from endoflife.date · CVE data from NVD · EPSS from FIRST.org · KEV from CISA