Azure releases
Microsoft Azure updates and Terraform AzureRM provider. New features, breaking changes, security advisories and deprecations - each summarised in plain English and updated continuously.
Tracking 321 Azure releases · Updated
- Azure Updates infraazuregaengineer ·
Azure Updates Now Discoverable via Microsoft Release Communications
Azure Updates are now discoverable through the Microsoft Release Communications MCP server, offering customers a centralized way to track product and feature changes. This helps users stay informed about their cloud investments and manage their Azure environment effectively. The update includes information on availability stages like 'In development,' 'In preview,' and 'Launched' for various features. All Azure customers can now benefit from these enhanced communication capabilities.
announcement - Azure Updates aiazuredatabrickspreviewengineer ·
Azure Updates AI-powered discovery in preview
Microsoft is previewing an AI-powered feature for Azure Updates that uses the Release Communications MCP server to discover new Azure products and features. This aims to help customers meet cloud investment needs by keeping them informed of relevant changes. The feature is currently available to all Azure customers for non-production use and testing.
announcement feature - Azure Updates aiazuredatabrickspreviewengineer ·
Azure Databricks workspace-wide Copilot Studio integration now in preview
Azure Databricks is introducing a workspace-wide integration with Microsoft Copilot Studio, enabling AI-powered discovery of Azure Updates through the Microsoft Release Communications MCP server. This feature is currently in public preview and available for non-production use and testing by all Azure customers. It aims to help users stay informed about Azure product and feature updates to manage cloud investments effectively.
feature announcement - Azure Updates infraazuredeprecationengineer ·
Azure VMware Solution AV36 Node End of Support September 30, 2027
Microsoft is reminding users that Azure VMware Solution (AV36) node support will end on September 30, 2027, aligning with VMware's roadmap. This end of support is due to Broadcom's cessation of support for the current AV36 VCF version. Users of the AV36 SKU should be aware that it is incompatible with VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) 9.
deprecation announcement - Azure Updates infraazurepreview ·
Azure Backup adds snapshot backup for SQL Server on VMs (preview)
Azure Backup now supports snapshot-based backups for SQL Server instances running on Azure Virtual Machines. This feature enhances backup performance by utilizing Azure disk snapshots alongside SQL transaction logs. It is currently available in public preview and offers faster, less impactful full backups for large SQL Server deployments.
feature announcement - Azure Updates azuregaengineer ·
Azure Functions Node.js 24 support now GA
Node.js 24 is now generally available for Azure Functions, enabling developers to build and deploy applications on supported Azure Functions plans. This update applies to both Linux and Windows environments, including the Flex Consumption plan. Users can now leverage the latest Node.js features within Azure Functions.
feature announcement - Terraform AzureRM Provider Releases terraforminfradeprecation ·
Terraform Provider for Azure Resource Manager v4.75.0
HashiCorp has released version 4.75.0 of the Azure Resource Manager Terraform provider, introducing two new features for the provider itself, namely `persist_id_on_create_before_polling_for_completion` and `skip_import_check_on_create_and_allow_overwriting_existing_resources`. The release also includes several enhancements, such as updated API versions for various Azure services and new properties for resources like Application Gateway and Data Factory Linked Service. Bug fixes are also present, addressing issues with Virtual Network Gateways, API Management Backends, and Cosmos DB SQL Containers, benefiting users managing Azure infrastructure via Terraform.
feature patch - Azure Updates infraazuregaengineer ·
Azure Site Recovery adds support for Performance Plus managed disks
Azure Site Recovery now supports replicating virtual machines that use Performance Plus enabled managed disks. This enhancement expands the disk types compatible with ASR for disaster recovery scenarios, enabling replication for VMs utilizing Premium SSD, Standard SSD, or Standard HDD disks with this capability. The feature is now generally available.
feature patch - Azure Updates infraazurepreview ·
Azure Site Recovery now supports Performance Plus managed disks in preview
Azure Site Recovery (ASR) has added support for replicating virtual machines that utilize Performance Plus enabled managed disks. This enhancement matters for users who require enhanced disk performance for their disaster recovery strategies. The feature is currently in public preview, making it available for testing by those using Azure.
feature announcement - Azure Updates networkingazuregaengineer ·
Application Gateway for Containers adds Istio service mesh integration
Istio service mesh integration for Application Gateway for Containers is now generally available. This feature simplifies secure north-south traffic management for workloads within an Istio service mesh. It automates mutual TLS (mTLS) connectivity, benefiting engineers and architects managing Istio environments.
feature announcement - Azure Updates azuregaengineer ·
Microsoft Marketplace expands multiparty private offers to 30 European countries
Microsoft Marketplace multiparty private offers are now available in 30 European countries, enabling partners to procure third-party cloud and AI solutions for customers. This expansion allows software companies to reach new markets through partners with existing customer bases. This feature is now generally available, expanding its reach beyond its initial launch.
feature announcement - Azure Updates networkingazurepreviewengineer ·
Azure Virtual Network Manager integrates with Virtual WAN (preview)
Azure Virtual Network Manager now supports integration with Virtual WAN hubs in public preview. This feature allows you to use a Virtual WAN hub as the central hub in Virtual Network Manager's hub-and-spoke topology. The integration aims to simplify and centralize network connectivity management for Azure environments.
feature announcement - Azure Updates securityobservabilityazurega ·
Azure VNet flow logs connector for Microsoft Sentinel now GA
Microsoft Sentinel now offers a generally available connector for Azure virtual network flow logs. This integration allows for seamless export and analysis of network traffic data within security operations, providing richer network context to security insights. The connector is available for all Azure users to enhance their security monitoring capabilities.
feature announcement - Terraform AzureRM Provider Releases terraforminfraazureengineer ·
Azurerm Provider v4.74.0 Adds New Properties and Fixes Bugs
HashiCorp's Terraform provider for Azure (Azurerm) has released version 4.74.0, introducing support for several new properties across various Azure services including Function Apps, Web Apps, Logic Apps, and Container App environments. These enhancements allow for more granular control over TLS cipher suites, integration runtime settings, and app service plans, benefiting engineers managing Azure infrastructure. Additionally, the release includes bug fixes for Container App environment naming and Logic App Standard updates, ensuring more reliable management of these resources.
patch - Azure Updates securityazuregaengineer ·
Azure Files GA: Entra-only identities for SMB access
Azure Files has launched general availability for Entra-only identities, allowing secure SMB access using cloud-native identities. This feature eliminates the need for Active Directory or hybrid identity infrastructure, simplifying access for organizations leveraging Entra ID. It is now generally available for all users.
feature announcement - Azure Updates infraazuregaengineer ·
Azure NetApp Files GA: Object REST API
Azure NetApp Files now offers a generally available Object REST API, which is S3-compatible. This API allows seamless integration of existing data with modern cloud services, bridging the gap between file-based and object storage. It is designed for engineers and architects working with cloud-native applications and data pipelines.
feature announcement - Azure Updates securityazuredeprecationengineer ·
Azure App Service, Functions, Logic Apps to retire TLS 1.0/1.1
Azure is retiring TLS 1.0 and TLS 1.1 for App Service, Functions, and Logic Apps to enhance security. The change will take effect after May 31, 2027, impacting any clients, applications, or services still using these older protocols. Users should migrate to TLS 1.2 or higher before the deadline to maintain connectivity.
deprecation security - Azure Updates networkingazuregaengineer ·
Azure VPN Gateway GA: User Groups & IP Pools for P2S
Azure VPN Gateway now supports User Groups and IP address pools for Point-to-Site (P2S) connections, enabling distinct IP assignments based on user credentials. This feature allows for better organization of remote users into separate groups, enhancing network management and security. It is now generally available for all customers utilizing P2S VPN connections.
feature announcement - Azure Updates infraazurepreviewengineer ·
Azure Functions Flex Consumption adds preview TLS/SSL cert support
Azure Functions Flex Consumption is introducing a site-scoped certificate model in public preview. This feature allows for more granular TLS/SSL certificate management compared to the shared webspace-scoped model used in other hosting plans. It is now available in all regions where Flex Consumption is offered and is intended for engineers managing Function App deployments.
feature announcement - Azure Updates securityazurepreview ·
Azure Database for PostgreSQL: Entra ID token refresh for Python, .NET, JS
Microsoft Entra ID token refresh is now supported for Python, .NET, and JavaScript client libraries with Azure Database for PostgreSQL. This feature simplifies application authentication by enabling seamless token updates. It is available in preview for applications leveraging Azure Database for PostgreSQL.
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