WebSphere Application Server 8.5.5
WebSphere Application Server 8.5.5
The IBM WebSphere Application Server 8.5.5 reached end of service life on Apr 30, 2022 — 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.
WebSphere Application Server 8.5.5 — IBM application server. Third party support available.
24/7 engineers own your WebSphere Application Server 8.5.5 incidents end to end.
Mitigation and patch-around guidance when the vendor no longer ships fixes.
Controls evidence and documentation that keep auditors satisfied.
Lifecycle Dates
- End of Service Life
- Apr 30, 2022
- Last OEM Support
- Apr 30, 2022
OEM vs. 3rd Party Support
See how third-party support compares to the vendor contract for WebSphere Application Server 8.5.5 — 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 WebSphere Application Server 8.5.5?
Vulnerability Remediation
Scanning, mitigation and patch-around guidance for WebSphere Application Server 8.5.5 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.
WebSphere Application Server 8.5.5 Support: Frequently Asked Questions
Is the IBM WebSphere Application Server 8.5.5 still supported?
IBM ended support for the WebSphere Application Server 8.5.5 on Apr 30, 2022 — 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 WebSphere Application Server 8.5.5 end of service life (EOSL) date?
IBM lists the end of service life for the WebSphere Application Server 8.5.5 as Apr 30, 2022.
Can I keep using the WebSphere Application Server 8.5.5 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 WebSphere Application Server 8.5.5 cost?
Typically 40-70% below the OEM maintenance renewal price. Exact pricing depends on quantity, service level and location. You get an indicative price within 24 hours and a firm quote within 48.
IBM WebSphere Application Server: every version and its end of support date
The WebSphere Application Server 8.5.5 is one of the IBM WebSphere Application Server versions in our catalog. The lifecycle page lists every version with its vendor end-of-support date, what changes on that date, and what third-party support covers.