Dear Bonita users,
In this post, we will walk you through the different reasons to consider upgrading your Bonita to the latest version. It’s not only to benefit from the latest innovations, but also to secure your environment.
Did you check your Java compatibility yet?
This one is far too important. Relying on a Java version that is no longer supported is putting your whole system at risk.
To help you, with that, we’ve created a simple reference table that maps Bonita versions to the Java versions they rely on, along with end-of-support dates for each Java version.
What does this mean?
- If you’re using an older Bonita version, you’re very likely also using an outdated Java version.
- Many of these Java versions are no longer receiving security updates or patches, leaving your system exposed to vulnerabilities.
Why you should upgrade now
Here are just a few reasons to upgrade to the latest Bonita version:
- Security: Running unsupported Java versions means you’re missing critical security updates, a major risk for any system in production.
- Performance and stability: New Bonita versions benefit from optimizations and bug fixes that work best with supported Java environments.
- Compatibility: Modern OS and container environments increasingly drop support for older Java runtimes. Staying current ensures fewer deployment surprises.
- Access to new features: our latest releases come with improved tooling, more connectors, UI capabilities, and performance enhancements.
Ready to upgrade? Follow these steps
- Check the table we’re sharing to see which Java version your Bonita version requires and whether that Java version is still supported.
- Plan your upgrade path, our documentation offers guides for migrating step by step.
- Reach out to Bonitasoft if you need help evaluating the impact or planning the upgrade.
Reminder: Keeping your Java environment up to date is not optional for secure, compliant, and reliable operations. The easiest way to do that? Keep your Bonita version up to date too.
If you’d like help assessing your current setup or upgrade options, feel free to ask here or contact us directly.