diff --git a/genmon/Dockerfile b/genmon/Dockerfile
index 8f218fa..c445278 100644
--- a/genmon/Dockerfile
+++ b/genmon/Dockerfile
@@ -1,5 +1,5 @@
 # Use a specific tag for a stable and predictable base image.
-FROM python:3.8-slim
+FROM python:3.12-slim
 # Base image python:3.8-slim is chosen for its minimal size while still providing Python 3.8.
 
 # Set non-interactive mode and define timezone to avoid unnecessary prompts during build.