TMA-MSSQL2022-1.1
Ensure Latest SQL Server Cumulative and Security Updates are Installed
Description
SQL Server patches contain program updates that fix security and product functionality issues found in the software. These patches can be installed with a security update, which is a single patch, or a cumulative update which is a group of patches. The SQL Server version and patch levels should be the most recent compatible with the organizations' operational needs. Using the most recent SQL Server software, along with all applicable patches can help limit the possibilities for vulnerabilities in the software. The installation version and/or patches applied during setup should be established according to the needs of the organization.
How it is checked
Audit method: Manual review
This recommendation cannot be checked automatically. A scan lists it with these instructions when you pass --include-manual.
To determine your SQL Server patch level, run the following code snippet. SELECT SERVERPROPERTY('ProductLevel') as SP_installed, SERVERPROPERTY('ProductVersion') as Version, SERVERPROPERTY('ProductUpdateLevel') as 'ProductUpdate_Level', SERVERPROPERTY('ProductUpdateReference') as 'KB_Number';
How it is fixed
Fix method: Guidance or infrastructure patch
Identify the current version and patch level of your SQL Server instances and ensure they contain the latest security fixes. Make sure to test these fixes in your test environments before updating production instances. The most recent SQL Server patches can be found here: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/troubleshoot/sql/releases/download-and-install-latest- updates
Properties
- Operating systems
- Any
- Tags
- mssqlpatchingsqlserver-2022
- Reference
- CIS Microsoft SQL Server 2022 Benchmark v1.3.0 - 1.1 Ensure Latest SQL Server Cumulative and Security Updates are Installed