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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
- Terraform AzureRM Provider Releases terraforminfraazuregaengineer ·
Terraform Azure Provider v4.78.0 Adds New Resources and Enhancements
Terraform Azure Provider v4.78.0 introduces two new resources: `azurerm_signalr_service_custom_domain` and `azurerm_storage_sync_server_endpoint`. This release also includes enhancements to several data sources and resources, such as updated SDK dependencies, added support for `KataVmIsolation` on Kubernetes clusters, and the `storage_iops` property for managed SQL instances. Bug fixes address issues with Cosmos DB, ExpressRoute connections, and Static Web Apps. The update is available now for users managing Azure infrastructure with Terraform.
feature patch - Azure Updates dataaiazuredatabrickspreviewengineer ·
Azure Databricks to natively store data in Microsoft OneLake (preview)
Azure Databricks will soon natively store data in Microsoft OneLake, enabling AI-powered discovery and integration with Azure updates. This feature is currently in public preview and available for non-production use and testing by all Azure customers. It aims to enhance cloud investment needs by keeping users informed about Azure product and feature updates.
feature announcement - Azure Updates azuredatabricksgaengineer ·
Azure Databricks Native Read Access to Microsoft OneLake Now Generally Available
Azure Databricks now offers general availability for native read access to Microsoft OneLake, enhancing AI-powered discovery of Azure updates. This feature simplifies accessing Azure product and feature information to support cloud investment decisions. It is now production-ready for all Azure customers.
feature announcement - Azure Updates aiazurepreviewengineer ·
Azure Migrate Adds GitHub Copilot Integration for Code Assessment
Azure Migrate now offers GitHub Copilot integration for at-scale code modernization assessments, powered by AI. This feature helps customers discover necessary Azure updates to optimize cloud investments. It is currently in public preview for non-production use and testing by all Azure customers.
feature announcement - Azure Updates networkingazuregaengineer ·
Azure Standard V2 NAT Gateway adds ICMP support
Azure Standard V2 NAT Gateway now supports ICMP, allowing for enhanced network troubleshooting and diagnostics. This feature is now generally available to all Azure customers, enabling more robust network management for production workloads. The update aims to improve visibility into network traffic for services behind the NAT Gateway.
feature patch - Azure Updates aiazurepreviewengineer ·
Azure Updates AI-powered discovery available in preview
Microsoft is enabling AI-powered discovery of Azure Updates via the Microsoft Release Communications MCP server. This feature helps users stay informed about Azure product and feature updates relevant to their cloud investments. It is currently in preview for all Azure customers for non-production use and testing, with a full release planned for production use.
feature announcement - Azure Updates aiazuregaengineer ·
Log Analytics GA: AI-powered Azure Update Summaries
The Log Analytics Summary Rules experience is now generally available, enabling AI-powered discovery of Azure Updates via Microsoft Release Communications. This feature helps users stay informed about Azure product and feature updates to meet their cloud investment needs. It is fully released and production-ready for all Azure customers. Additional resources include the Azure Blog, community support, and feedback channels.
feature announcement - Azure Updates infraazuredeprecationengineer ·
Azure deprecates GPv1 and legacy Blob storage
Azure is retiring GPv1 and legacy Blob storage accounts, impacting users who rely on these older storage types. This change encourages migration to newer, more performant storage account types. The retirement is proceeding in phases, with specific dates for each stage to be communicated.
deprecation - Azure Updates infraazuredeprecationengineer ·
Azure Batch VM series retiring
Azure Batch is retiring several older virtual machine series: D-series, Ds-series, Dv2-series, Dsv2-series, and Ls-series. This change impacts users who have configured their Batch pools to use these specific VM types, potentially requiring migration to newer, more performant options. While no immediate action is required, users should plan for future migration to avoid service disruptions. Further details on migration paths will be provided.
deprecation announcement - Azure Updates infraazuredeprecationengineer ·
Retirements announced for several Azure Virtual Machine series
Several legacy Azure Virtual Machine series, including Av2, F, G, and Lsv2 series, are being retired. This impacts Azure Batch pools, affecting users who have deployed these older VM types. Customers are advised to migrate to newer, more performant VM series to avoid disruption.
deprecation announcement - Azure Updates azuregaengineer ·
SQL MCP Server for Azure Updates is Generally Available
SQL MCP Server, which enables AI-powered discovery of Azure Updates, has been fully released and is production-ready for all Azure customers. This feature allows users to stay informed about Azure product and feature updates. It is now available in all Azure regions, following a limited development offering and a public preview stage.
feature announcement - Terraform AzureRM Provider Releases terraforminfraazuregadeprecationengineer ·
Terraform Azure Provider v4.77.0: New resources, enhancements, and fixes
Terraform-provider-azurerm version 4.77.0 introduces two new resources for Key Vault and Web PubSub custom domains, alongside several enhancements and bug fixes. Key changes include deprecations for storage account name properties in favor of IDs, and fixes for issues related to SKU changes and IP address validation. This release impacts users managing Azure resources via Terraform, particularly those working with storage, machine learning, and network configurations.
feature patch - Azure Updates networkingazuredeprecationengineer ·
Azure Inbound NAT rule v1 for VMSS retiring
Azure is retiring the Inbound NAT rule version 1 for Virtual Machine Scale Sets. This change impacts users who rely on this older NAT rule configuration for their VMSS deployments. Customers need to migrate to the newer version to ensure continued connectivity and avoid service disruption.
deprecation - Azure Updates securityazuregaengineer ·
Microsoft Entra server principals now generally available for Azure SQL Database
Microsoft Entra server principals are now generally available for Azure SQL Database, enabling AI-powered discovery of Azure Updates. This feature enhances cloud investment decisions by providing the latest product and feature information. It is now fully released and production-ready for all Azure customers.
feature announcement - Azure Updates dataazuredeprecationeolarchitect ·
Azure Synapse Link for Cosmos DB NoSQL is being retired
Azure Synapse Link for Azure Cosmos DB NoSQL will be retired and is no longer available for new deployments. Existing deployments will be retired by September 30, 2024. This impacts users relying on this specific integration for analytical workloads with Cosmos DB.
deprecation announcement - Azure Updates infraazuregapreviewdeprecationengineer ·
Azure VPN Client for Linux (Preview) to be retired August 31, 2026
Microsoft is retiring the Azure VPN Client for Linux (Preview) on August 31, 2026, as it will not reach general availability. This decision aligns Azure networking services with current security and reliability standards. Users of the preview client should transition to alternative solutions before the retirement date.
deprecation announcement - Azure Updates aiazurepreviewengineer ·
GitHub Copilot Agent Mode for SSMS in Public Preview
GitHub Copilot is now available in public preview with agent mode for SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS). This feature allows AI-powered discovery of Azure updates, helping users stay informed about Azure products and features. It is available to all Azure customers for non-production use and testing.
feature announcement - Azure Updates azuregaengineer ·
Azure PostgreSQL Hub Generally Available for Developers
Azure PostgreSQL Hub is now generally available, offering developers AI-powered discovery of Azure updates via the Microsoft Release Communications server. This aims to help users stay informed about cloud investments and product enhancements. It is fully released and production-ready for all Azure customers, with previous limited and preview stages now concluded.
announcement feature - Azure Updates securityazurepreviewengineer ·
Azure Managed Redis adds Entra ID RBAC for data management in preview
Azure Managed Redis is now available in public preview with Entra ID-based Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) for data management. This feature enhances security and simplifies access management for Redis data plane operations. It is currently available to all Azure customers for non-production use and testing.
feature announcement - Azure Updates infraazurega ·
Azure Database for PostgreSQL: General Availability for Maintenance Control
Maintenance control for Azure Database for PostgreSQL is now generally available, allowing users to reschedule and apply updates on demand. This feature enhances control over database maintenance windows, crucial for minimizing downtime and ensuring operational continuity. The update is available to all Azure customers for production use, offering flexibility beyond previous limited or preview stages. Users can now view and download maintenance details for better planning.
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