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Microsoft Defender Misidentifies SQL Server Versions as End-of-Life

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Microsoft Defender for Endpoint incorrectly flags SQL Server 2017 and 2019 as end-of-life. The issue affects Defender for Endpoint customers and was caused by a recent code change. The company is deploying a fix to resolve the problem. The error was detected on October 8, 2025, and the fix is being deployed. SQL Server 2019 is supported until January 2030, and SQL Server 2017 will reach the end of extended support in October 2027. The misidentification does not affect the operation of SQL Server but may lead to incorrect security assessments.

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  1. 09.10.2025 21:09 1 articles · 14h ago

    Microsoft Defender Misidentifies SQL Server Versions as End-of-Life

    Microsoft Defender for Endpoint began incorrectly flagging SQL Server 2017 and 2019 as end-of-life on October 8, 2025. The issue was confirmed on October 9, 2025, and a fix is being deployed. The error was caused by a recent code change and affects Threat and Vulnerability Management in Defender for Endpoint. SQL Server 2019 is supported until January 2030, and SQL Server 2017 until October 2027. The misidentification does not impact the operation of SQL Server but may lead to inaccurate security assessments.

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