Microsoft Build of OpenJDK 21 (LTS)
Microsoft Build of OpenJDK 21 (LTS)
Third-party support for the Microsoft Build of OpenJDK 21 (LTS): 24/7 engineers manage issues, remediate vulnerabilities, and help you maintain compliance — independent of the vendor contract.
24/7 engineers own your Microsoft Build of OpenJDK 21 (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
- microsoft-build-of-openjdk
- release
- 21
- product Label
- Microsoft Build of OpenJDK
- release Label
- 21 (LTS)
- codename
- lts
- true
- latest Version
- 21.0.12.1
- release Date
- 2023-09-19
- maintained
- true
- source Url
- https://endoflife.date/microsoft-build-of-openjdk
Lifecycle Dates
- End of Service Life
- Sep 30, 2028
- Last OEM Support
- Sep 30, 2028
OEM vs. 3rd Party Support
See how third-party support compares to the vendor contract for Microsoft Build of OpenJDK 21 (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 Microsoft Build of OpenJDK 21 (LTS)?
Vulnerability Remediation
Scanning, mitigation and patch-around guidance for Microsoft Build of OpenJDK 21 (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.
Microsoft Build of OpenJDK 21 (LTS) Support: Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Microsoft Build of OpenJDK 21 (LTS) still supported?
Yes. The Microsoft Build of OpenJDK 21 (LTS) is currently supported by Microsoft, and third-party support is available as an alternative — issue management, vulnerability remediation, and compliance help independent of the vendor contract.
When is the Microsoft Build of OpenJDK 21 (LTS) end of service life (EOSL) date?
Microsoft lists the end of service life for the Microsoft Build of OpenJDK 21 (LTS) as Sep 30, 2028.
Can I keep using the Microsoft Build of OpenJDK 21 (LTS) after its EOSL date?
Yes. EOSL means Microsoft 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 Microsoft Build of OpenJDK 21 (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.