Join us at SQLCon 2026
SQLCon 2026, the premier Microsoft SQL Community Conference, is co-located with the Microsoft Fabric Community Conference (FabCon) from March 16-20, 2026! Register today! This year, your Azure Data Community worlds collide, bringing the SQL and Fabric communities together for a brand-new experience. If you're passionate about SQL Server, Azure SQL, SQL in Fabric, SQL Tools, migration and modernization, database security, or building AI-powered apps with SQL, SQLCon 2026 is the place for you. We're bringing you an amazing keynote in the State Farm Arena, 50+ breakout sessions, and 4 expert-led workshops designed to help you optimize, innovate, and connect just on SQL alone! Join us in Atlanta where we're going to renew the SQL Community spirit - rebuild & reconnect with your networks, friendships, and career-building opportunities. SQLCon is just one part of our renewed commitment to connect at conferences, user groups, online, and at regional events. In a few words, we miss you. Why are SQLCon + FabCon better together? One registration, double the value: Register for either conference and get full access to both - mix and match sessions, keynotes, and community events to fit your interests. Shared spaces, shared energy: Enjoy the same expo hall, registration desk, conference app, and community lounge. Network with peers across the data platform spectrum. Unforgettable experiences: Join us for both keynotes at the State Farm Arena and celebrate at the legendary attendee party at the Georgia Aquarium. Register today and save $200 with code SQLCMTY200. Register Now! Let's build the future of data together. See you at SQLCon + FabCon!
Cumulative Update #23 for SQL Server 2022 RTM
The 23rd cumulative update release for SQL Server 2022 RTM is now available for download at the Microsoft Downloads site. Please note that registration is no longer required to download Cumulative updates. To learn more about the release or servicing model, please visit: CU23 KB Article: https://learn.microsoft.com/troubleshoot/sql/releases/sqlserver-2022/cumulativeupdate23 Starting with SQL Server 2017, we adopted a new modern servicing model. Please refer to our blog for more details on Modern Servicing Model for SQL Server. Microsoft® SQL Server® 2022 RTM Latest Cumulative Update: https://www.microsoft.com/download/details.aspx?familyid=105013 Update Center for Microsoft SQL Server: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/troubleshoot/sql/releases/download-and-install-latest-updatesSecurity Update for SQL Server 2022 RTM CU22
The Security Update for SQL Server 2022 RTM CU22 is now available for download at the Microsoft Download Center and Microsoft Update Catalog sites. This package cumulatively includes all previous security fixes for SQL Server 2022 RTM CUs, plus it includes the new security fixes detailed in the KB Article. Security Bulletins: CVE-2026-20803 - Security Update Guide - Microsoft - Microsoft SQL Server Denial of Service Vulnerability Security Update of SQL Server 2022 RTM CU22 KB Article: KB5072936 Microsoft Download Center: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=108526 Microsoft Update Catalog: https://www.catalog.update.microsoft.com/Search.aspx?q=5072936 Latest Updates for Microsoft SQL Server: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/troubleshoot/sql/releases/download-and-install-latest-updatesSecurity Update for SQL Server 2022 RTM
The Security Update for SQL Server 2022 RTM GDR is now available for download at the Microsoft Download Center and Microsoft Update Catalog sites. This package cumulatively includes all previous security fixes for SQL Server 2022 RTM, plus it includes the new security fixes detailed in the KB Article. Security Bulletins: CVE-2026-20803 - Security Update Guide - Microsoft - Microsoft SQL Server Denial of Service Vulnerability Security Update of SQL Server 2022 RTM GDR KB Article: KB5073031 Microsoft Download Center: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=108527 Microsoft Update Catalog: https://www.catalog.update.microsoft.com/Search.aspx?q=5073031 Latest Updates for Microsoft SQL Server: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/troubleshoot/sql/releases/download-and-install-latest-updatesAnnouncing SQLCon 2026: Better Together with FabCon!
We’re thrilled to unveil SQLCon 2026, the premier Microsoft SQL Community Conference, co-located with the Microsoft Fabric Community Conference (FabCon) from March 16–20, 2026! This year, we’re bringing the best of both worlds under one roof—uniting the vibrant SQL and Fabric communities for a truly next-level experience. Whether you’re passionate about SQL Server, Azure SQL, SQL in Fabric, SQL Tools, migration and modernization, database security, or building AI-powered apps with SQL, SQLCon 2026 has you covered. Dive into 50+ breakout sessions and 4 expert-led workshops designed to help you optimize, innovate, and connect. Why are SQLCon + FabCon better together? One registration, double the value: Register for either conference and get full access to both—mix and match sessions, keynotes, and community events to fit your interests. Shared spaces, shared energy: Enjoy the same expo hall, registration desk, conference app, and community lounge. Network with peers across the data platform spectrum. Unforgettable experiences: Join us for both keynotes at the State Farm Arena and celebrate at the legendary attendee party at the Georgia Aquarium. Our goal is to reignite the SQL Community spirit—restoring the robust networks, friendships, and career-building opportunities that make this ecosystem so special. SQLCon is just the beginning of a renewed commitment to connect at conferences, user groups, online, and at regional events. Early Access Pricing Extended! Register by November 14th and save $200 with code SQLCMTY200. Register Now! Want to share your expertise? The Call for Content is open until November 20th for both conferences! Let’s build the future of data—together. See you at SQLCon + FabCon!
Announcing General Availability of the mssql-python Driver
We’re thrilled to announce that the mssql-python driver is now Generally Available! 🎉 This milestone marks a major step forward in delivering a modern, high-performance, and developer-friendly experience for Python developers working with SQL Server, Azure SQL and SQL databases in Fabric. Why mssql-python? The mssql-python driver is a DB-API 2.0 compliant driver designed from the ground up to provide speed, simplicity, and security for Python applications connecting to SQL Server. We think data and devops engineers, analysts, and developers who use Python for configuration, analysis or AI will all find something they like. Here’s what makes it stand out: 🚀 Fast and Cross-platform The mssql-python driver is built on an optimized C++ core that delivers high performance and a consistent API across operating systems. Internal benchmarks show that the mssql-python driver performs well across common SQL operations such as SELECT, INSERT, UPDATE, and DELETE. Complex queries, joins, and stored procedures also perform well, making it ideal for both transactional and analytical workloads. 📦 One-Line Installation Whether you are just getting started or sharing scripts you have written, the mssql_python driver makes it easier than ever. Install the driver with a single command: pip install mssql-python No extra dependencies on Windows, no complicated configurations - just install and start coding. 🔐 Simplified Entra ID Authentication Security shouldn’t be hard. The mssql-python driver offers built-in support for Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure AD) authentication, reducing complexity and eliminating the need for custom token handling. This makes it easier to build secure, enterprise-grade applications without extra overhead. The mssql-python driver supports Active Directory Default authentication across all operating systems, making it easier to remove credentials from your code while still allowing you to share a script that just works. Key Highlights Cross-Platform Support: Works seamlessly on Windows, Linux, and macOS (including Apple Silicon). Connection Pooling: Efficient, configurable pooling for high-performance applications. Modern Python Experience: Clean APIs, better diagnostics, and improved error handling. Get Started Today Upgrade your Python data workflows with the new mssql-python driver: pip install mssql-python Check out the GitHub repository for documentation, examples, and to join the community. You can also go directly to our PyPI page to download the latest release. Visit the aka.ms/mssql-python#get-started to view more quickstarts. What’s Next? We’re committed to continuous improvement. Upcoming releases will focus on bulk insert optimizations, ORM integrations, and community-driven enhancements. Stay tuned for updates and share your feedback on GitHub!Cumulative Update #22 for SQL Server 2022 RTM
The 22nd cumulative update release for SQL Server 2022 RTM is now available for download at the Microsoft Downloads site. Please note that registration is no longer required to download Cumulative updates. To learn more about the release or servicing model, please visit: CU22 KB Article: https://learn.microsoft.com/troubleshoot/sql/releases/sqlserver-2022/cumulativeupdate22 Starting with SQL Server 2017, we adopted a new modern servicing model. Please refer to our blog for more details on Modern Servicing Model for SQL Server Microsoft® SQL Server® 2022 RTM Latest Cumulative Update: https://www.microsoft.com/download/details.aspx?id=105013 Update Center for Microsoft SQL Server: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/troubleshoot/sql/releases/download-and-install-latest-updates
Security Update for SQL Server 2022 RTM CU21
The Security Update for SQL Server 2022 RTM CU21 is now available for download at the Microsoft Download Center and Microsoft Update Catalog sites. This package cumulatively includes all previous security fixes for SQL Server 2022 RTM CUs, plus it includes the new security fixes detailed in the KB Article. Security Bulletins: CVE-2025-59499 - Security Update Guide - Microsoft - Microsoft SQL Server Denial of Service Vulnerability Security Update of SQL Server 2022 RTM CU21 KB Article: KB5068406 Microsoft Download Center: https://www.microsoft.com/download/details.aspx?id=108450 Microsoft Update Catalog: https://www.catalog.update.microsoft.com/Search.aspx?q=5068406 Latest Updates for Microsoft SQL Server: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/troubleshoot/sql/releases/download-and-install-latest-updatesSecurity Update for SQL Server 2022 RTM GDR
The Security Update for SQL Server 2022 RTM GDR is now available for download at the Microsoft Download Center and Microsoft Update Catalog sites. This package cumulatively includes all previous security fixes for SQL Server 2022 RTM, plus it includes the new security fixes detailed in the KB Article. Security Bulletins: CVE-2025-59499 - Security Update Guide - Microsoft - Microsoft SQL Server Denial of Service Vulnerability Security Update of SQL Server 2022 RTM GDR KB Article: KB5068407 Microsoft Download Center: https://www.microsoft.com/download/details.aspx?id=108453 Microsoft Update Catalog: https://www.catalog.update.microsoft.com/Search.aspx?q=5068407 Latest Updates for Microsoft SQL Server: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/troubleshoot/sql/releases/download-and-install-latest-updates
