Critical Security Patches & Support for PayaraTM Platform Community Edition 5 & 6
PayaraTM Platform Community Edition 5 and 6 are no longer supported or updated. OmniFish steps in with critical patches and support, as an alternative to Azul PayaraTM products. We deliver regular security fixes, critical patches and 24x7 support for PayaraTM Platform Community Edition instalations, and a clear migration path to Eclipse GlassFish with premiere support from OmniFish as a well-maintained alternative.
OmniFish is independent of Azul Systems, Inc., Payara Foundation, and Eclipse Foundation.
PayaraTM is a trademark of the Payara Foundation.
OmniFish Service Packs applied to PayaraTM Platform Community Edition
A distribution of critical & security patches fully supported and regularly updated by OmniFish. Delivered with the last community builds of PayaraTM Platform Community Edition (including PayaraTM Server, PayaraTM Micro and other distributions).
Regular Security Fixes
We continuously monitor and patch security vulnerabilities in PayaraTM 5 and 6, ensuring your deployments remain protected against known threats.
Critical Bug Fixes
Beyond security, we address critical bugs that affect production stability, ensuring your installations are reliable & stable.
Long-Term Support Lifecycle
PayaraTM Platform Community Edition 5 supported until at least 2029.
PayaraTM Platform Community Edition 6 supported until at least 2032.
24x7 Enterprise Support
Round-the-clock access to our expert team for critical production incidents, with strict SLAs and priority response times.
Smooth Migration to GlassFish
A well-defined, guided transition path to GlassFish 7 and 8 (supported by OmniFish) — with improved support, maintenance, enhancements, and new features.
Thoroughly Tested Service Packs
Every Security Pack release is rigorously tested with the last PayaraTM Platform Community Edition version before delivery, so you receive stable, production-ready patches every time.
The OmniFish Transition Path
Whether you are looking for the closest alternative to Azul PayaraTM Server or Micro, or you use PayaraTM Platform Community Edition and you need continued security support, OmniFish provides a structured and smooth path forward.
Azul PayaraTM Server or Micro
Too expensive
or seeking an alternative
PayaraTM Platform Community Edition
In need of security updates
or seeking support

OmniFish Service Packs
Support and patches for PayaraTM Platform Community Edition 5 & 6
Supported Until 2029 / 2032
Eclipse GlassFish 7 & 8
Modern Jakarta EE runtime,
Backed & Supported by OmniFish
OmniFish Service Packs provide a cost-efficient alternative to Azul PayaraTM Server and Micro and is also suitable for PayaraTM Platform Community Edition users seeking support and security patches.
Additionally, OmniFish offers optional evolution to largely compatible Eclipse GlassFish, a modern opensource Jakarta EE runtime. GlassFish development is driven by OmniFish, which means you would benefit from the best solution built and supported by the OmniFish
Supported Versions at a Glance
OmniFish provides continued support for PayaraTM Platform Community Edition versions that are no longer supported or updated within the upstream Payara Foundation project.
| Product | Version | Community Support | OmniFish Support | Migration Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PayaraTM Server Community | 5.x | Stopped in 2022 | At least until 2029 | GlassFish 7 / 8 |
| PayaraTM Micro Community | 5.x | Stopped in 2022 | At least until 2029 | GlassFish 7 / 8 |
| PayaraTM Server Community | 6.x | Stopped in 2025 | At least until 2032 | GlassFish 7 / 8 |
| PayaraTM Micro Community | 6.x | Stopped in 2025 | At least until 2032 | GlassFish 7 / 8 |
| GlassFish Server | 7 / 8 | Eclipse Foundation, Lead by OmniFish |
10+ years LTS | — |
| Embedded GlassFish | 7 / 8 | Eclipse Foundation, Lead by OmniFish |
10+ years LTS | — |
| Product | Community Support | OmniFish Support |
|---|---|---|
| PayaraTM Server Community 5.x | Stopped in 2022 | At least until 2029 |
| PayaraTM Server Community 6.x | Stopped in 2025 | At least until 2032 |
| GlassFish Server 7 / 8 | Eclipse Foundation, Lead by OmniFish |
10+ years LTS |
| Embedded GlassFish 7 / 8 | Eclipse Foundation, Lead by OmniFish |
10+ years LTS |
Ready to Secure Your existing Installations?
Get a free trial bundle of PayaraTM Platform Community Edition with the latest OmniFish Service Pack to test transitioning from Azul PayaraTM Server or Micro or patching your PayaraTM Community installations.