Python 3.8
Legacy Python 3.8 runtime environment maintained for backward compatibility with existing applications. Use only when migration to newer Python versions is not feasible due to dependency constraints.
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Description
Security Notice: Python 3.8 reached end-of-life in October 2024 and no longer receives security updates. This version should only be used for legacy system maintenance where immediate migration is not possible.
This containerized Python 3.8 environment serves organizations requiring backward compatibility for mission-critical applications that cannot be immediately upgraded. While the underlying system components receive regular security patches, the Python interpreter itself remains at version 3.8 to maintain application compatibility.
Organizations using this image should prioritize migration planning to supported Python versions and implement additional security controls to mitigate risks associated with running end-of-life software. Consider this a transitional solution while developing upgrade strategies for legacy codebases.