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Using the Database of the Latest Version

When the MySQL community releases new CVE vulnerabilities, we analyze the impacts of the vulnerabilities in a timely manner and determine patch release plans based on the analysis results. You are advised to upgrade your database and fix the vulnerabilities in a timely manner to prevent the vulnerabilities from affecting data security.

For more information about minor versions, see RDS for MySQL Kernel Version Description.

Procedure

  1. Log in to the management console.
  2. Click in the upper left corner and select a region.
  3. Click in the upper left corner of the page and choose Databases > Relational Database Service.
  4. On the Instances page, click the instance name to go to the Overview page.
  5. Under DB Engine Version, click Upgrade Minor Version.

    Figure 1 Upgrading a minor version

  6. In the displayed dialog box, select a scheduled time and click OK.

    • Upon submission: The system upgrades the minor version immediately after you have submitted your upgrade request.
    • In maintenance window: The system will upgrade the minor version during the maintenance window that you have configured.
    Figure 2 Selecting a scheduled time

Parent Topic: Security and Encryption