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Is Linux Kernel 6.9.12 patched?

Linux · cycle 6.9 · end of life · Official site ↗
6.9.1240/100End of life
Health score40/100
Open issues0
Exploited now0
Cycle 6.9 EOL2024-07-27
Latest release7.1

Summary iPlain-English security status for Linux Kernel 6.9.12, built from its CVEs, active-exploitation data, end-of-life date and latest release.

Linux Kernel 6.9.12 is part of the 6.9 release line. No known vulnerabilities affect it in our data. The 6.9 line reached end-of-life on 2024-07-27, so it no longer receives security patches. The latest supported Linux Kernel release is 7.1.

Known issues affecting 6.9.12

None found for this version. ✓

Frequently asked

Is Linux Kernel 6.9.12 patched?

Linux Kernel 6.9.12 is end-of-life and no longer receives security patches. Move to 7.1.

When does Linux Kernel 6.9 reach end-of-life?

Linux Kernel 6.9 reached end-of-life on 2024-07-27 and no longer receives security patches.

What is the latest version of Linux Kernel?

The latest supported Linux Kernel release is 7.1.

Is Linux Kernel 6.9.12 still receiving security updates?

No — Linux Kernel 6.9.12 is on the 6.9 line, which reached end-of-life on 2024-07-27 and no longer receives security updates. Upgrade to 7.1 or later to stay supported.

Informational only, from public data (NVD · CISA KEV · EPSS · endoflife.date), and can lag or miss vendor-specific fixes. Always confirm against Linux's official advisory before you patch or upgrade — Linux Kernel official site ↗