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Configuration Manager 2609 Introduces SQL Server and Security Changes

Configuration Manager 2609 Introduces SQL Server and Security Changes

First seen 10 Nov 2026, 15:47 UTC • •
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ThreatCluster •November 10, 2026 at 15:48 UTC
  • •Configuration Manager 2609 ends support for SQL Server 2016 and Windows Server 2012/2012 R2.
  • •Security enhancements include removal of the TRUSTWORTHY setting and warnings for automatic client approval.
  • •Organizations are urged to modernize infrastructure to avoid security risks and unsupported deployments.

Microsoft's Configuration Manager 2609, released on November 10, 2026, raises platform requirements by ending support for SQL Server 2016 and Windows Server 2012/2012 R2 clients. The update includes significant security enhancements, such as the removal of the TRUSTWORTHY setting for site databases and a warning for automatic client approval. Organizations using outdated SQL Server versions and legacy infrastructure are at risk of security vulnerabilities. The Cloud Management Gateway (CMG) will automatically migrate to new Azure VM sizes and enforce Microsoft Entra-based authentication. These changes aim to improve security and align with Microsoft's evolving standards, but organizations delaying modernization may face unsupported deployments and increased security exposure. The release marks a shift towards security hardening rather than introducing major new features.

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2026-11-09
Configuration Manager 2609 announced
Announcement of Configuration Manager 2609 included details on SQL Server and security changes.
Feeds.4Sysops
2026-11-10
Configuration Manager 2609 released
Microsoft released Configuration Manager 2609, raising platform requirements and enhancing security features.
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What versions of SQL Server are affected?
Configuration Manager 2609 ends support for SQL Server 2016, requiring a minimum of SQL Server 2017.
What security changes are included in this release?
The release removes the TRUSTWORTHY setting for databases and warns against automatic client approval.
What should organizations do to prepare for this update?
Organizations should review their SQL Server versions and CMG configurations to ensure compliance with the new requirements.