MX Linux 14 (Symbiosis)
MX Linux 14 (Symbiosis)
The MX Linux 14 (Symbiosis) reached end of service life on May 31, 2018 — MX Linux 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 MX Linux 14 (Symbiosis) 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
- mxlinux
- release
- 14
- product Label
- MX Linux
- release Label
- 14 (Symbiosis)
- codename
- Symbiosis
- lts
- latest Version
- 14.4
- release Date
- 2014-03-25
- maintained
- source Url
- https://endoflife.date/mxlinux
Lifecycle Dates
- End of Service Life
- May 31, 2018
- Last OEM Support
- Jun 4, 2016
OEM vs. 3rd Party Support
See how third-party support compares to the vendor contract for MX Linux 14 (Symbiosis) — 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 MX Linux 14 (Symbiosis)?
Vulnerability Remediation
Scanning, mitigation and patch-around guidance for MX Linux 14 (Symbiosis) 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.
MX Linux 14 (Symbiosis) Support: Frequently Asked Questions
Is the MX Linux 14 (Symbiosis) still supported?
MX Linux ended support for the MX Linux 14 (Symbiosis) on May 31, 2018 — 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 MX Linux 14 (Symbiosis) end of service life (EOSL) date?
MX Linux lists the end of service life for the MX Linux 14 (Symbiosis) as May 31, 2018.
Can I keep using the MX Linux 14 (Symbiosis) after its EOSL date?
Yes. EOSL means MX Linux 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 MX Linux 14 (Symbiosis) 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.