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Amazon Aurora MySQL 8.4 is now generally available

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This article announces the general availability of Amazon Aurora MySQL 8.4, a new major version supporting community MySQL 8.4 with enhanced security and simplified operations.

  • Aurora MySQL 8.4 compatible with community MySQL 8.4.7 with aligned version numbering
  • TLS 1.2 and 1.3 enforced by default for improved security
  • New accounts use caching_sha2_password authentication plugin
  • Customizable password validation policies via DB cluster parameter groups
  • Automated upgrade prechecks identify compatibility issues before downtime
  • Aurora targets major versions within 12 months of community releases
  • Multiple upgrade options: Blue/Green Deployments, in-place, or snapshot restore
  • Migration support from external MySQL via DMS or Percona XtraBackup
  • Available in all AWS Regions where Aurora MySQL is supported

Aurora MySQL 8.4 strengthens security defaults while simplifying database operations through automated patching and streamlined upgrade processes.

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