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Amazon RDS Custom for SQL Server adds latest GDR updates

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Amazon RDS Custom for SQL Server now supports recent General Distribution Release (GDR) updates for Microsoft SQL Server, including critical security patches. This enhancement is available for SQL Server 2019 and 2022 instances, offering improved security and stability. Users can apply these updates via the AWS Management Console, SDK, or CLI.

  • →Vulnerability fixes included in GDR updates
  • →Support for latest GDR updates for Microsoft SQL Server
  • →Guidance on applying updates
Security (1) ›
  • Vulnerability fixes included in GDR updates

    The GDR updates address vulnerabilities described in CVE-2026-32167 and CVE-2026-32176, enhancing the security posture of RDS Custom for SQL Server instances.

Enhancements (1) ›
  • Support for latest GDR updates for Microsoft SQL Server

    Amazon RDS Custom for SQL Server now supports SQL Server 2019 CU32+GDR and SQL Server 2022 CU24+GDR. These updates address vulnerabilities and are available via the AWS Management Console, SDK, or CLI.

Notes (1) ›
  • Guidance on applying updates

    Users can upgrade their instances to apply these recommended updates. More information on the improvements and fixes can be found in Microsoft's documentation for the respective KB articles.

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https://aws.amazon.com/about-aws/whats-new/2026/05/amazon-custom-sql-server-latest-gdr-updates-microsoft-sql-server

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