GitLab Runner 18.8
GitLab Runner 18.8
The GitLab Runner 18.8 reached end of service life on Apr 16, 2026 — GitLab Runner no longer ships security patches or fixes for it. Our third-party support keeps it safe to run: 24/7 engineers manage issues, remediate vulnerabilities, and help you maintain compliance.
24/7 engineers own your GitLab Runner 18.8 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
- gitlab-runner
- release
- 18.8
- product Label
- GitLab Runner
- release Label
- 18.8
- codename
- lts
- latest Version
- 18.8.0
- release Date
- 2026-01-15
- maintained
- source Url
- https://endoflife.date/gitlab-runner
Lifecycle Dates
- End of Service Life
- Apr 16, 2026
- Last OEM Support
- Feb 19, 2026
OEM vs. 3rd Party Support
See how third-party support compares to the vendor contract for GitLab Runner 18.8 — 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 GitLab Runner 18.8?
Vulnerability Remediation
Scanning, mitigation and patch-around guidance for GitLab Runner 18.8 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.
GitLab Runner 18.8 Support: Frequently Asked Questions
Is the GitLab Runner 18.8 still supported?
GitLab Runner ended support for the GitLab Runner 18.8 on Apr 16, 2026 — no more patches or fixes from the vendor. Third-party support keeps it covered: our engineers manage issues, remediate vulnerabilities, and help you maintain compliance for as long as you run it.
When is the GitLab Runner 18.8 end of service life (EOSL) date?
GitLab Runner lists the end of service life for the GitLab Runner 18.8 as Apr 16, 2026.
Can I keep using the GitLab Runner 18.8 after its EOSL date?
Yes. EOSL means GitLab Runner 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 GitLab Runner 18.8 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.