Linux Kernel ↗
Summary iPlain-English security verdict for Linux Kernel, generated from its current health score, actively-exploited vulnerabilities, and latest supported version.
Linux Kernel's security status could not be assessed at the last sync — vulnerability data was unavailable.
Disclosure trend iNew CVEs published for Linux Kernel each year (NVD). A higher bar means more disclosures that year — more scrutiny, not necessarily less safe.
Patch priority — what to act on iThe issues to fix first — actively exploited (CISA KEV) first, then by exploitation probability (EPSS), then severity. Each row's "→ fixed in" is the earliest version that patches it; "see advisory" means no fixed version is published.
No urgent unpatched issues identified. ✓
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Versions & lifecycle iWhen each release line stops receiving security patches (end-of-life). After EOL there are no more fixes — plan upgrades before these dates.
How long each Linux Kernel release line is supported — and when it sunsets. Select a line for its full report.
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7.1 latest 7.1 Supported 7.1 → 7.0 latest 7.0.12 Supported 7.0.12 → 6.19 latest 6.19.14 End of life ended 2026-04-226.19.14 → 6.18 latest 6.18.35 Supported until 2028-12-316.18.35 → 6.17 latest 6.17.13 End of life ended 2025-12-186.17.13 → 6.16 latest 6.16.12 End of life ended 2025-10-126.16.12 → 6.15 latest 6.15.11 End of life ended 2025-08-206.15.11 → 6.14 latest 6.14.11 End of life ended 2025-06-106.14.11 → 6.13 latest 6.13.12 End of life ended 2025-04-206.13.12 → 6.12 latest 6.12.93 Supported until 2028-12-316.12.93 → See all upcoming end-of-life dates →Frequently asked
Is Linux Kernel safe and patched?
Linux Kernel's security status could not be assessed at the last sync — vulnerability data was unavailable.
What should I do about Linux Kernel now?
Upgrade Linux Kernel to the latest supported release (7.1) or later and apply available security updates, then confirm against Linux's official advisory.
When does Linux Kernel reach end-of-life?
The latest supported Linux Kernel release is 7.1. After end-of-life a release no longer receives security patches.
Which versions of Linux Kernel are still receiving security updates?
Supported Linux Kernel release lines (latest 7.1): 7.1, 7.0, 6.18, 6.12, 6.6, 6.1, 5.15, 5.10. End-of-life releases no longer receive security patches.
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