Google Container-Optimized OS (COS) 89 (LTS)
Google Container-Optimized OS (COS) 89 (LTS)
The Google Container-Optimized OS (COS) 89 (LTS) reached end of service life on Mar 1, 2023 — Google 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 Google Container-Optimized OS (COS) 89 (LTS) 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
- cos
- release
- cos-89
- product Label
- Google Container-Optimized OS (COS)
- release Label
- 89 (LTS)
- codename
- lts
- true
- latest Version
- cos-89-16108-798-22
- release Date
- 2021-04-07
- maintained
- source Url
- https://endoflife.date/cos
Lifecycle Dates
- End of Service Life
- Mar 1, 2023
- Last OEM Support
- Mar 1, 2023
OEM vs. 3rd Party Support
See how third-party support compares to the vendor contract for Google Container-Optimized OS (COS) 89 (LTS) — 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 Google Container-Optimized OS (COS) 89 (LTS)?
Vulnerability Remediation
Scanning, mitigation and patch-around guidance for Google Container-Optimized OS (COS) 89 (LTS) 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.
Google Container-Optimized OS (COS) 89 (LTS) Support: Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Google Container-Optimized OS (COS) 89 (LTS) still supported?
Google ended support for the Google Container-Optimized OS (COS) 89 (LTS) on Mar 1, 2023 — 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 Google Container-Optimized OS (COS) 89 (LTS) end of service life (EOSL) date?
Google lists the end of service life for the Google Container-Optimized OS (COS) 89 (LTS) as Mar 1, 2023.
Can I keep using the Google Container-Optimized OS (COS) 89 (LTS) after its EOSL date?
Yes. EOSL means Google 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 Google Container-Optimized OS (COS) 89 (LTS) 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.