Question 1

What is the EOL Risk Score for Microsoft SQL Server 2016 SP3 Azure Connect Pack?

Accepted Answer

Microsoft SQL Server 2016 SP3 Azure Connect Pack has an EOL Risk Score™ of 60 out of 100, placing it in the High risk band. The score is calculated from four factors: EOL Recency (30/40), Attack Surface (10/30), CISA KEV Exposure (20/20), and Extended Support Availability (0/10).

Question 2

Is Microsoft SQL Server 2016 SP3 Azure Connect Pack still supported?

Accepted Answer

Microsoft SQL Server 2016 SP3 Azure Connect Pack is no longer supported — it has passed its end of life date (July 14, 2026). No further security patches will be issued. Upgrade to a supported version or obtain extended lifecycle support.

Question 3

When does Microsoft SQL Server 2016 SP3 Azure Connect Pack reach end of life?

Accepted Answer

Microsoft SQL Server 2016 SP3 Azure Connect Pack reached (or will reach) end of life on July 14, 2026. After this date, no security patches or bug fixes are issued by the vendor.

Question 4

What are the security risks of running Microsoft SQL Server 2016 SP3 Azure Connect Pack after end of life?

Accepted Answer

After end of life, the vendor's standard support for Microsoft SQL Server 2016 SP3 Azure Connect Pack 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.