Opensuse 16.x — End of Life
ActiveOpensuse 16.x — All releases
| Version | Released | Active support | EOL date | Latest patch | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16.0 | Oct 1, 2025 | — | Oct 31, 2027 | — | Active |
CVEs affecting Opensuse 16.x (0)
Opensuse 16.x will reach end of life — migrate to Opensuse 42.x
Opensuse 42.x is the next major release. Plan your upgrade before Opensuse 16.x stops receiving security patches.
Frequently asked questions
Is Opensuse 16 end of life?
No. Opensuse 16.x is still supported until October 31, 2027. It continues to receive security patches and bug fixes.
What CVEs affect Opensuse 16?
No CVEs are currently tracked for Opensuse 16.x in our database. This may mean no vulnerabilities have been recorded yet, or the data is still syncing.
What is the latest Opensuse 16 version?
Check the version table above for the latest Opensuse 16.x patch release.
How to migrate from Opensuse 16 to Opensuse 42?
To migrate from Opensuse 16 to Opensuse 42: (1) review the official Opensuse 42 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 Opensuse 16 in production?
Opensuse 16 is still supported and safe for production use until October 31, 2027. Ensure you are running the latest patch version to have all security fixes applied.
Data sourced from endoflife.date · CVE data from NVD · EPSS from FIRST.org · KEV from CISA