Amazon Linux 2023 v4.8.0
Elastic Beanstalk Python platform - Amazon Linux 2023 v4.8.0
Overview
Amazon Linux 2023 v4.8.0 is an Elastic Beanstalk platform version for running Python applications on 64-bit Amazon Linux 2023.
Platform Timeline
- Created: November 20, 2025
- Last Updated: December 16, 2025
- Lifecycle State: Available (Superseded by v4.9.0)
- Status: Ready
Note: AWS does not publish specific EOL dates for Elastic Beanstalk platforms. Platform versions typically receive 90-day retirement notices when end-of-life is planned. Check the Python Platform History for updates.
Platform Details
Base System
- Operating System: Amazon Linux 2023
- Architecture: 64-bit (x86_64)
- Platform Version: 4.8.0
Python Support
This platform version supports Python applications. Common Python versions available:
- Python 3.12
- Python 3.11
- Python 3.9
The specific Python version is determined by your application’s configuration.
Key Features
Amazon Linux 2023 Benefits
- Security-focused: Regular security updates and long-term support
- Optimized for AWS: Built specifically for AWS environments
- Modern tooling: Updated system packages and build tools
- Performance: Optimized for cloud workloads
Elastic Beanstalk Integration
- Managed platform updates
- Auto-scaling capabilities
- Integrated monitoring with CloudWatch
- Load balancing
- Rolling deployments
Framework Support
This platform is commonly used for:
- Django applications
- Flask applications
- FastAPI applications
- Generic WSGI/ASGI applications
Configuration
Applications on this platform can be configured through:
- Environment variables
.ebextensionsconfiguration files- Platform-specific settings in the EB console
Migration Considerations
Applications on this platform should plan to upgrade to v4.9.0 or later to benefit from the latest security patches and platform improvements.