Linux Mint 18.2 will receive security updates until 2021. This beta version can be upgraded to the final release when it is out.
See the changes at https://www.linuxmint.com/rel_sonya_cinnamon_whatsnew.php
New features in Linux Mint 18.2 Cinnamon – Linux Mint
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