IBM MQ WebSphere MQ 6.X
IBM MQ WebSphere MQ 6.X
The IBM MQ WebSphere MQ 6.X reached end of service life on Sep 30, 2012 — IBM 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 IBM MQ WebSphere MQ 6.X 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
- ibm-mq
- release
- 6.0
- product Label
- IBM MQ
- release Label
- WebSphere MQ 6.X
- codename
- lts
- latest Version
- release Date
- 2005-05-01
- maintained
- source Url
- https://endoflife.date/ibm-mq
Lifecycle Dates
- End of Service Life
- Sep 30, 2012
- Last OEM Support
- Sep 30, 2012
OEM vs. 3rd Party Support
See how third-party support compares to the vendor contract for IBM MQ WebSphere MQ 6.X — 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 IBM MQ WebSphere MQ 6.X?
Vulnerability Remediation
Scanning, mitigation and patch-around guidance for IBM MQ WebSphere MQ 6.X 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.
IBM MQ WebSphere MQ 6.X Support: Frequently Asked Questions
Is the IBM MQ WebSphere MQ 6.X still supported?
IBM ended support for the IBM MQ WebSphere MQ 6.X on Sep 30, 2012 — 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 IBM MQ WebSphere MQ 6.X end of service life (EOSL) date?
IBM lists the end of service life for the IBM MQ WebSphere MQ 6.X as Sep 30, 2012.
Can I keep using the IBM MQ WebSphere MQ 6.X after its EOSL date?
Yes. EOSL means IBM 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 IBM MQ WebSphere MQ 6.X 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.