Amazon Aurora now supports post-quantum TLS key exchange
Amazon Aurora ยท 2026-10-29
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Technical Details
| Affected Versions | 18 and higher |
|---|---|
| Regions | all |
| Migration Required | Yes |
| Cost Impact | Neutral |
| IaC Impact | High |
What This Means
For DevOps Teams
Update Amazon Aurora PostgreSQL-Compatible Edition to version 18 or higher and configure the ssl_groups parameter to adopt post-quantum TLS key exchange, enhancing the security posture of your database infrastructure.
For Platform Teams
Adopt post-quantum TLS key exchange in Amazon Aurora to future-proof your database security, leveraging advanced cryptographic standards to protect data in transit.
For Executives
Evaluate the integration of post-quantum TLS key exchange in Amazon Aurora to enhance data security and align with future cryptographic standards, ensuring robust protection against emerging threats.
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