Understanding the New Cadence: Quarterly CPUs, Targeted CSPUs, and Transitioning to Calendar Versioning MySQL is updating its release model to make releases easier to understand, plan for, and follow: The goal is not simply to change the number on a release. The goal is to give users, DBAs, developers, Linux distributions, cloud platforms, and ecosystem […]

Best practices for MySQL customers and users in an AI-accelerated security landscape: A practical guide to hardening MySQL and the environment around it Oracle recently described how AI is transforming vulnerability detection and response. The latest generation of AI is increasing the speed and scale at which vulnerabilities can be identified and remediated. Oracle is […]

MySQL is extending caching_sha2_password to support PBKDF2 with SHA-512 as a new password storage format. This is a meaningful step forward for password security because it strengthens stored password transformations without requiring a new authentication plugin, without breaking clients, and without forcing an all-at-once migration. Existing accounts continue to work, new passwords can use the stronger format, and administrators […]

Overview Some MySQL distribution packages, such as the generic Linux build, bundle an OpenSSL dependency within the same .tar.gz archive. With the new MySQL 8.0.46, 8.4.9 and 9.7.0 releases, we are upgrading those bundled packages from using OpenSSL 3.0 to the new OpenSSL 3.5 LTS branch. Native OS packages, such as .rpm and .deb, continue […]

In this blog post, we will show you how to reset the MySQL root Password on a Linux operating system. ...

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Data masking lets you hide sensitive fields (emails, credit-card numbers, job titles, etc.) while keeping data realistic for reporting, support, or testing. It is particularly useful when you collaborate with external entities and need to share your data for development reasons. You also need to protect your data and keep your customers’ privacy safe. Last […]

MySQL HeatWave is the only fully managed MySQL database service that combines transactions, analytics, machine learning, and GenAI services, without ETL duplication. Also included is MySQL HeatWave Lakehouse, which allows users to query data in object storage, MySQL databases, or a combination of both. Users can deploy MySQL HeatWave–powered apps on a choice of public […]

Your MySQL database has been running smoothly for years. Your team knows it inside and out. Everything just… works. Why rock the boat with an upgrade? Here’s why: MySQL 8.0 reaches its end-of-life date in April 2026. After this date, there’s no safety net; staying on end-of-life software means you’re taking on all the responsibility […]

HeatWave MySQL Database Audit brings powerful enterprise-grade auditing capabilities to the cloud, allowing organizations to monitor and track database activity for security, compliance, and performance optimization. With features like customizable filters, real-time monitoring, minimal overhead, and seamless integration with MySQL tools, it enables administrators to log critical operations, detect threats, and maintain detailed records for regulatory requirements. The audit system is easy to set up, supports granular activity tracking, and provides actionable insights directly through the SQL interface.

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In Percona Server for MySQL 8.0.41 / 8.4.4, we introduced several improvements in Encryption User-Defined Functions. Added support for RSAES-OAEP (OAEP) padding for RSA encrypt / decrypt operations. Added support for RSASSA-PSS (PSS) padding for RSA sign / verify operations. Added new encryption_udf.legacy_padding_scheme component system variable. Normalized character set support for all Encryption UDFs. PKCS1 […]