If you need older versions of Apache or PHP (Linux version)

2016.01.25

Web system development

table of contents

1 Why do I need the older version?
2 Things to note
3 Various middleware download destinations

My name is Ito and I am an infrastructure engineer

During normal work, when preparing and testing a LAMP environment tailored to a customer's environment, older versions of middleware may be required

This article briefly explains the reasons for and risks of using older versions. It also lists the download links for various middleware, so if you need them, skip to the end of the article and download them

Why do I need the older version?

This is often done when there are restrictions on the environment you are using or when it is better to use an older version

Compatibility with legacy systems

If the systems or applications you are currently using are old and have become legacy systems, they may only work with certain older versions of Apache or PHP

In new versions, elements that had problems or needed to be fixed are removed or specifications are changed, so even if you simply update to the new version, it may not work correctly

Additionally, if system modifications are costly and time-consuming, older versions may be used to maintain the existing environment

Application issues

Some discontinued or outdated applications may require specific older versions of Apache or PHP to function

To continue using these applications, it is necessary to create an environment that meets their requirements

Use in development and verification environments

As part of compatibility testing, we sometimes intentionally build environments with older versions of PHP or Apache to ensure that systems developed with newer versions of PHP or Apache work properly in older environments

Things to note

Using older versions of Apache and PHP can increase security risks

Older versions often contain vulnerabilities that have already been disclosed and are often no longer end-of-life (EOL) supported

It is strongly recommended that you consider migrating to a newer version or updating your system whenever possible. If you must use an older version, it is wise to pay close attention to security measures and limit its use to a limited environment