Announcement: Launch of "PHP Extended Support" Server Option for Secure Vulnerability Countermeasures Even After PHP EOL
Seeds Co., Ltd. has launched "PHP Extended Support," a server option that enables continuous security measures for PHP even after its End of Life (EOL). This service allows companies to reduce vulnerability risks without major modifications to existing systems.
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Seeds Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Nakano-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Kazuhide Shizukuishi) has announced the launch of "PHP Extended Support," a server option service exclusively for Plesk, which allows for continued security measures even after PHP's End of Life (EOL). This service is offered through Seeds Hosting Service, operated by Seeds Co., Ltd.
— Are you using old PHP? The overlooked risks of "post-EOL PHP"
PHP is widely used as the core programming language for web systems, but each version has a set support period (EOL: End of Life). PHP typically reaches EOL approximately 3 years after its release; most recently, PHP 8.1 support ended in December 2025. Once PHP reaches EOL, security updates are no longer provided, meaning that even if vulnerabilities are discovered, they will not be fixed, increasing the risk of cyberattacks.
For corporate websites and business systems, such risks can lead to serious incidents like information leaks and service outages, necessitating prompt action.
However, PHP version upgrades often incur significant time and cost for "system modifications," "operation verification," and "external vendor coordination," making immediate action difficult in many cases.
— What is "PHP Extended Support," which makes EOL countermeasures easy?
"PHP Extended Support" is a server option that enables secure operation by applying continuous security patches to PHP versions that have reached EOL.
It reduces security risks without requiring major modifications to existing systems.
[ Key Features of PHP Extended Support ]
◆ Easy application from the Plesk control panel
Simply select the PHP version for which you want to extend support and click the "Apply" button to complete EOL countermeasures.
◆ Achieves security measures at low cost
Since measures can be taken while maintaining the existing environment, development and verification costs can be suppressed.
◆ Continuous security measures
Continuous security patches are provided even after support ends, significantly reducing vulnerability risks.
Plesk control panel PHP Extended Support settings
Details and pricing for optional services
Click here for details on the "PHP Extended Support" server option
https://www.seeds.ne.jp/option/php_extended_support.html
Helpful articles on PHP EOL countermeasures
Is PHP security necessary? PHP EOL 대응 방법과 연장 지원 옵션
https://www.seeds.ne.jp/case/column/php_security.html
— About using "PHP Extended Support"
This service is provided as a paid optional feature for servers equipped with the server management tool "Plesk." If your server environment is compatible, you can use it simply by applying for the option.
Target environment: Server environments equipped with Plesk and compatible with the "PHP Extended Support" option.
If your environment is not compatible, you can use the service by migrating to a "PHP Extended Support" compatible server environment provided by Seeds Hosting Service. Web site and system data migration work required for server migration is handled free of charge. Please contact us for more details.
*"PHP Extended Support" option is not provided as a standalone service. A contract for a compatible server is required.
*"Plesk" is a server management tool that allows easy management of site settings and operations from a browser.
*"Plesk" is a service provided by Plesk Co., Ltd.
— We provide security-focused server environments essential for business
Seeds Hosting Service is expanding its services to support companies in solving challenges in web infrastructure operations and enabling safe and sustainable server operation.
Companies considering countermeasures against various security risks, such as PHP EOL, old OS versions, or WordPress usage, are encouraged to contact Seeds Hosting Service. We offer free online consultations and proposals/estimates tailored to your needs.
Seeds Hosting Service Inquiries
Transition to Seeds Hosting Service inquiry form
Seeds Hosting Service
28 years of experience in corporate hosting service operation
Official website: https://www.seeds.ne.jp/
◆ Seeds Hosting Service provides
— Are you using old PHP? The overlooked risks of "post-EOL PHP"
PHP is widely used as the core programming language for web systems, but each version has a set support period (EOL: End of Life). PHP typically reaches EOL approximately 3 years after its release; most recently, PHP 8.1 support ended in December 2025. Once PHP reaches EOL, security updates are no longer provided, meaning that even if vulnerabilities are discovered, they will not be fixed, increasing the risk of cyberattacks.
For corporate websites and business systems, such risks can lead to serious incidents like information leaks and service outages, necessitating prompt action.
However, PHP version upgrades often incur significant time and cost for "system modifications," "operation verification," and "external vendor coordination," making immediate action difficult in many cases.
— What is "PHP Extended Support," which makes EOL countermeasures easy?
"PHP Extended Support" is a server option that enables secure operation by applying continuous security patches to PHP versions that have reached EOL.
It reduces security risks without requiring major modifications to existing systems.
[ Key Features of PHP Extended Support ]
◆ Easy application from the Plesk control panel
Simply select the PHP version for which you want to extend support and click the "Apply" button to complete EOL countermeasures.
◆ Achieves security measures at low cost
Since measures can be taken while maintaining the existing environment, development and verification costs can be suppressed.
◆ Continuous security measures
Continuous security patches are provided even after support ends, significantly reducing vulnerability risks.
Plesk control panel PHP Extended Support settings
Details and pricing for optional services
Click here for details on the "PHP Extended Support" server option
https://www.seeds.ne.jp/option/php_extended_support.html
Helpful articles on PHP EOL countermeasures
Is PHP security necessary? PHP EOL 대응 방법과 연장 지원 옵션
https://www.seeds.ne.jp/case/column/php_security.html
— About using "PHP Extended Support"
This service is provided as a paid optional feature for servers equipped with the server management tool "Plesk." If your server environment is compatible, you can use it simply by applying for the option.
Target environment: Server environments equipped with Plesk and compatible with the "PHP Extended Support" option.
If your environment is not compatible, you can use the service by migrating to a "PHP Extended Support" compatible server environment provided by Seeds Hosting Service. Web site and system data migration work required for server migration is handled free of charge. Please contact us for more details.
*"PHP Extended Support" option is not provided as a standalone service. A contract for a compatible server is required.
*"Plesk" is a server management tool that allows easy management of site settings and operations from a browser.
*"Plesk" is a service provided by Plesk Co., Ltd.
— We provide security-focused server environments essential for business
Seeds Hosting Service is expanding its services to support companies in solving challenges in web infrastructure operations and enabling safe and sustainable server operation.
Companies considering countermeasures against various security risks, such as PHP EOL, old OS versions, or WordPress usage, are encouraged to contact Seeds Hosting Service. We offer free online consultations and proposals/estimates tailored to your needs.
Seeds Hosting Service Inquiries
Transition to Seeds Hosting Service inquiry form
Seeds Hosting Service
28 years of experience in corporate hosting service operation
Official website: https://www.seeds.ne.jp/
◆ Seeds Hosting Service provides