Checkmk 2.5
Checkmk 2.5
Third-party support for the Checkmk 2.5: 24/7 engineers manage issues, remediate vulnerabilities, and help you maintain compliance — independent of the vendor contract.
24/7 engineers own your Checkmk 2.5 incidents end to end.
Mitigation and patch-around guidance when the vendor no longer ships fixes.
Controls evidence and documentation that keep auditors satisfied.
Specifications
- product
- checkmk
- release
- 2.5
- product Label
- Checkmk
- release Label
- 2.5
- codename
- lts
- latest Version
- 2.5
- release Date
- 2026-04-28
- maintained
- true
- source Url
- https://endoflife.date/checkmk
Lifecycle Dates
- End of Service Life
- Apr 28, 2028
- Last OEM Support
- Apr 28, 2028
OEM vs. 3rd Party Support
See how third-party support compares to the vendor contract for Checkmk 2.5 — monitoring, break/fix, vulnerability work, operations and compliance, before and after EOSL.
| Feature | OEM Support | 3rd Party Support |
|---|---|---|
| Post-EOSL Support | ||
| Break/Fix Support | Until EOSL | |
| 24/7 Monitoring | ||
| Vulnerability Scanning & Remediation | ||
| Managed Operations | ||
| Procedure & Configuration Review | ||
| Compliance & Audit Documentation | Limited | |
| Discounted Migration to Other Platforms |
Why Choose 3rd Party Support for Checkmk 2.5?
Vulnerability Remediation
Scanning, mitigation and patch-around guidance for Checkmk 2.5 when the vendor no longer ships fixes.
Compliance Maintenance
Procedure review, controls evidence and the documentation auditors ask for — maintained continuously, not scrambled at audit time.
24/7 Expert Support
Engineers who know this release monitor, manage and fix issues around the clock — break/fix to managed operations.
Checkmk 2.5 Support: Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Checkmk 2.5 still supported?
Yes. The Checkmk 2.5 is currently supported by Checkmk, and third-party support is available as an alternative — issue management, vulnerability remediation, and compliance help independent of the vendor contract.
When is the Checkmk 2.5 end of service life (EOSL) date?
Checkmk lists the end of service life for the Checkmk 2.5 as Apr 28, 2028.
Can I keep using the Checkmk 2.5 after its EOSL date?
Yes. EOSL means Checkmk stops issuing patches and support — the software itself keeps running. Third-party support covers it from there: issue management, security vulnerability remediation, and the compliance documentation auditors ask for, for as long as you choose to run it.
How much does third-party support for the Checkmk 2.5 cost?
Typically 40-70% below the OEM maintenance renewal price. Exact pricing depends on quantity, service level and location — request a quote and we respond within 24 hours.