Amazon RDS for PostgreSQL releases extended support versions
Amazon RDS for PostgreSQL has introduced Extended Support minor versions, providing additional security and bug fixes. Users are advised to upgrade to these versions to maintain security compliance.
Amazon Relational Database Service (RDS) for PostgreSQL has announced the release of its Extended Support minor versions: 11.22-rds.20260224, 12.22-rds.20260224, and 13.23-rds.20260224. Users are encouraged to upgrade to these versions to address known security vulnerabilities and bugs present in previous releases of PostgreSQL.
Amazon RDS Extended Support offers up to three additional years of critical security updates and bug fixes beyond the end of standard support for a major version. This extension provides users with more flexibility and time to transition to newer major versions. Detailed information about Extended Support can be found in the Amazon RDS User Guide.
Database administrators can upgrade their systems during scheduled maintenance windows by utilizing automatic minor version upgrades. To facilitate large-scale operations, users can enable automatic upgrades and utilize the AWS Organizations Upgrade Rollout Policy, which allows phased upgrades beginning with development environments before moving to production systems.
For those looking to minimize downtime during minor version upgrades, Amazon RDS offers Blue/Green deployments with physical replication. This feature ensures a seamless transition with minimal disruption to service.
Amazon RDS for PostgreSQL simplifies the process of setting up, operating, and scaling PostgreSQL deployments in the cloud. For pricing details and regional availability, users are encouraged to consult the Amazon RDS for PostgreSQL Pricing page. Databases can be created or updated through the Amazon RDS Management Console or using the AWS Command Line Interface (CLI).