Amazon Aurora now supports PostgreSQL 17.9, 16.13, 15.17, and 14.22
Amazon Aurora ยท 2026-04-07
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Technical Details
| Affected Versions | 17.9, 16.13, 15.17, 14.22 |
|---|---|
| Regions | all |
| Migration Required | Yes |
| Cost Impact | Neutral |
| IaC Impact | High |
What This Means
For DevOps Teams
Update your Amazon Aurora PostgreSQL databases to the latest versions (17.9, 16.13, 15.17, 14.22) during scheduled maintenance windows to incorporate bug fixes and Aurora-specific enhancements, minimizing downtime with zero-downtime patching.
For Platform Teams
Adopt the latest PostgreSQL versions in Amazon Aurora to enhance database performance, security, and compatibility, leveraging Aurora's unique features like serverless compute and global database capabilities.
For Executives
Evaluate upgrading Amazon Aurora databases to the latest PostgreSQL versions to leverage new features, security patches, and performance improvements, ensuring your systems remain secure and efficient.
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