Question 1

What is the EOL Risk Score for Azure Database for PostgreSQL 16?

Accepted Answer

Azure Database for PostgreSQL 16 has an EOL Risk Score™ of 10 out of 100, placing it in the Low risk band. The score is calculated from four factors: EOL Recency (0/40), Attack Surface (10/30), CISA KEV Exposure (0/20), and Extended Support Availability (0/10).

Question 2

Is Azure Database for PostgreSQL 16 still supported?

Accepted Answer

Azure Database for PostgreSQL 16 is currently supported. End of life is scheduled for November 9, 2028. Plan your migration before that date to avoid security risk.

Question 3

When does Azure Database for PostgreSQL 16 reach end of life?

Accepted Answer

Azure Database for PostgreSQL 16 reached (or will reach) end of life on November 9, 2028. After this date, no security patches or bug fixes are issued by the vendor.

Question 4

What are the security risks of running Azure Database for PostgreSQL 16 after end of life?

Accepted Answer

After end of life, the vendor's standard support for Azure Database for PostgreSQL 16 ends, so newly discovered vulnerabilities may never be fixed unless a paid extended support option covers that version. Auditors ask about it too: PCI DSS requirement 12.3.4, for example, calls for a yearly review of vendor end-of-life announcements with a remediation plan approved by senior management.