GCP Releases
Google Cloud releases and Terraform Google provider. New features, breaking changes, security advisories and deprecations - each summarised in plain English and updated continuously.
Tracking 834 GCP releases · Updated
- Google Cloud release notes securitynetworkinggcpsecurity-advisoryengineer ·
Apigee X: Security patches and TLS 1.3 upgrade
Apigee X has released an updated version (1-17-0-apigee-10) containing numerous security patches for its ingress gateway and an upgrade of the default outbound TLS protocol to TLS 1.3. These changes aim to enhance security and compliance by addressing multiple CVEs and improving TLS configuration. The release includes fixes for certificate creation issues and introduces a new proxyProtocol.mode property for HAProxy compatibility. Rollout is ongoing and may take several business days to complete across all Google Cloud zones.
security patch announcement - Google Cloud release notes datagcpengineergcp-bigquery ·
Sensitive Data Protection fixes BigQuery timestamp bug
Sensitive Data Protection has resolved a bug where some BigQuery table data profiles incorrectly showed a 1970 timestamp instead of NULL for non-expiring tables. This fix ensures accurate expiration time representation in saved table data profiles. The issue affected exports generated between July 2025 and June 2026, and new exports will now display correct timestamps.
patch - Google Cloud release notes datagcpgaengineergcp-cloud-sql ·
Cloud SQL for SQL Server: Customer-managed encryption key support for enhanced backups is GA
Customer-managed encryption key (CMEK) support for enhanced backups in Cloud SQL for SQL Server is now generally available. This feature allows enhanced protection for CMEK-enabled Cloud SQL instances using Google Cloud Backup and DR Service. The update is relevant for users managing sensitive data in Cloud SQL for SQL Server instances.
feature - Google Cloud release notes awsazuregcpgaengineergcp-cloud-sql ·
Cloud SQL for MySQL enhanced backups gain CMEK support
Cloud SQL for MySQL now supports customer-managed encryption keys (CMEK) for enhanced backups, offering greater control over data protection. This feature allows users to safeguard CMEK-enabled instances using Google Cloud Backup and DR Service. It is now generally available for all users.
feature - Google Cloud release notes awsgaengineergcp-compute-engine ·
Cloud Billing CUD recommendations now support GPUs, Local SSDs, OS licenses
Cloud Billing's resource-based Committed Use Discount (CUD) recommendations are now generally available for Compute Engine GPUs, Local SSD disks, and premium OS licenses. This feature helps optimize costs by identifying opportunities to purchase commitments for resources currently charged at list prices. Google Cloud analyzes spending trends to generate these monthly recommendations, offering deeper cost savings for compute workloads.
feature - Google Cloud release notes aigcpgapreviewengineergcp-bigquerygcp-looker ·
Looker 26.10: Model Localization, Dashboard Layouts, and Enhanced AI Features
Looker 26.10 introduces several new features and enhancements, including model localization for imported projects and the ability to preserve dashboard layouts on smaller screens. It also expands AI capabilities with updates to the Gemini Expression Assistant and Conversational Analytics. These updates are rolling out starting June 22, 2026, with some features available in preview and others generally available, impacting content creators, administrators, and embedded users.
breaking feature patch announcement - Google Cloud release notes observabilitygcpengineer ·
Cloud Monitoring Metrics Explorer adds chart breakdown by labels
Cloud Monitoring's Metrics Explorer now automatically breaks down charts by label keys, enabling users to identify granular trends hidden by aggregation. This feature improves the analysis of time-series data for engineers and architects working with monitoring metrics. The detailed breakdown is available now for users of Cloud Monitoring.
feature - Google Cloud release notes datagcppreviewengineergcp-bigquery ·
BigQuery Data Transfer Service supports Oracle MySQL metadata
The BigQuery Data Transfer Service can now transfer metadata from Oracle MySQL into Knowledge Catalog. This enhancement is currently in Preview, allowing users to integrate their Oracle MySQL data sources for better cataloging and discovery. This feature primarily benefits data engineers and architects managing diverse data environments.
feature - Google Cloud release notes securitygcpgaengineergcp-cloud-sql ·
Cloud SQL for PostgreSQL: CMEK Support for Enhanced Backups GA
Customer-managed encryption key (CMEK) support for enhanced backups in Cloud SQL for PostgreSQL is now generally available. This enhances data protection by allowing CMEK-enabled instances to be protected with Google Cloud Backup and DR Service. This update is relevant for users managing sensitive data in Cloud SQL for PostgreSQL.
feature - Google Cloud release notes governancegcpengineer ·
Google Cloud Contact Center as a Service Bug Fixes
This release addresses numerous issues within Google Cloud's Contact Center as a Service offering. Fixes improve chat functionality, SMS handling, voicemail greetings, call deflections, reporting accuracy, and integration stability with third-party CRMs like Kustomer, Salesforce, and Twilio. These patches benefit administrators and agents by restoring expected functionality and resolving data inconsistencies.
patch - Google Cloud release notes networkinggcpengineer ·
Apigee Hybrid v1.16.6 Security Patch Released
Google Cloud has released Apigee Hybrid version v1.16.6, incorporating various security fixes and CVE patches. This patch is applied via Helm charts, simplifying the upgrade process for users managing container images. The release targets administrators and engineers using Apigee Hybrid for API management.
security announcement - Google Cloud release notes infragcpgaengineergcp-compute-engine ·
Compute Engine MIGs support GA for resize requests
Compute Engine's managed instance groups (MIGs) now support creating instances all at once via resize requests, which is now generally available. This feature allows for more efficient scaling of instance groups. This enhancement is relevant for users managing groups of Compute Engine instances.
feature - Google Cloud release notes securitygcpengineer ·
Google SecOps SOAR 6.3.90 Release
Google SecOps SOAR version 6.3.90 is rolling out to initial regions, bringing internal and customer bug fixes. This release aims to improve the platform's stability and performance. The update is currently in its first phase of regional deployment.
announcement - Google Cloud release notes securitygcpengineer ·
Google SecOps: Cloud SQL Scheduled Maintenance
Cloud SQL instances will undergo a scheduled minor upgrade on Sunday, June 21, 2026. This maintenance is part of Google SecOps' ongoing efforts to ensure the reliability and security of its services. All users of Cloud SQL are advised to be aware of this upcoming maintenance window.
announcement - Google Cloud release notes securitygcpengineer ·
Google SecOps SOAR Release 6.3.89 Available
Google SecOps SOAR has released version 6.3.89, now available in all regions. This update provides new capabilities and improvements to the security orchestration, automation, and response platform. Users can access the new version immediately.
announcement - Google Cloud release notes gcpengineerfinance ·
Anti Money Laundering AI Engine Minor Version Updates
New minor engine versions v004.009 and v004.010 have been released for the Anti Money Laundering AI commercial line of business. These updates extend support for the major engine version without introducing significant changes from previous minor releases. The update is relevant for users of the Anti Money Laundering AI commercial offerings.
announcement - Google Cloud release notes datagcpengineer ·
Bigtable Studio Explorer Enhanced Search
Bigtable Studio's explorer now supports searching for all resources except authorized views and column families. This enhancement allows users to more efficiently locate and manage their Bigtable data. It is available for all Bigtable users.
feature - Google Cloud release notes infragcpgaengineergcp-gke ·
Cluster Toolkit v1.93.0: GKE H4D blueprints, ML Diagnostics, Slurm HA
Cluster Toolkit v1.93.0 is now available, featuring new example blueprints for GKE H4D deployments with flex-start provisioning and ML Diagnostics. This release also includes a Slurm High Availability controller script and upgrades Slurm images to Rocky Linux 9. The update targets users deploying on Google Kubernetes Engine and managing HPC workloads.
feature - Google Cloud release notes networkinggcpgaengineer ·
Service Extensions GA for Envoy ext_authz gRPC on GCP Load Balancers
Service Extensions now support the ext_authz Envoy gRPC API protocol, reaching general availability for regional external and internal Application Load Balancers. This enhancement enables more flexible and programmable traffic management for applications. The feature is now production-ready for users of these specific GCP load balancer types.
feature - Google Cloud release notes securitygovernanceawsgcpgaengineergcp-cloud-sql ·
Cloud SQL backup vaults support CMEK for immutable storage
Cloud SQL instances encrypted with customer-managed encryption keys (CMEK) now have backup vault support, enabling immutable and indelible storage with enforced retention. This GA feature enhances data protection and compliance for sensitive workloads. It applies to users managing Cloud SQL instances with CMEK.
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