Extended Security Updates (ESU) are a Microsoft service that provides critical security patches and fixes for their products beyond the end of the standard support period, ensuring that businesses can maintain security and compliance for legacy software systems while they transition to newer technologies. This is Year 2 coverage (October 2024-2025) for Windows Server 2012 Standard edition, 8-core pack.
Specification
Windows Server 2012 Standard Edition
Extended Security Updates (ESU) - Year 2 (October 2024-2025)
8 cores per pack
On-premises or Azure Arc-enabled deployment
Critical security updates and patches beyond end of standard support
Software license (does not include Windows Server base license)