Question 1

What is the EOL Risk Score for Windows Server 20H2 SAC?

Accepted Answer

Windows Server 20H2 SAC has an EOL Risk Score™ of 90 out of 100, placing it in the Critical risk band. The score is calculated from four factors: EOL Recency (40/40), Attack Surface (30/30), CISA KEV Exposure (20/20), and Extended Support Availability (0/10).

Question 2

Is Windows Server 20H2 SAC still supported?

Accepted Answer

Windows Server 20H2 SAC is no longer supported — it has passed its end of life date (August 9, 2022). No further security patches will be issued. Upgrade to a supported version or obtain extended lifecycle support.

Question 3

When does Windows Server 20H2 SAC reach end of life?

Accepted Answer

Windows Server 20H2 SAC reached (or will reach) end of life on August 9, 2022. After this date, no security patches or bug fixes are issued by the vendor.

Question 4

What are the security risks of running Windows Server 20H2 SAC after end of life?

Accepted Answer

After end of life, Windows Server 20H2 SAC no longer receives security patches. Any newly discovered CVEs remain unpatched indefinitely. Organizations running EOL software also face compliance violations under SOC 2, PCI DSS, HIPAA, and ISO 27001, which require use of supported software versions.