Microsoft SQL Server 12.0-sp3 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Microsoft SQL Server 12.0-sp3 reached end of life on 9 Jul 2024. Standard support is over — security updates now require extended support, which runs to 12 Jul 2027.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Microsoft SQL Server release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 30 Oct 2018 | — |
| End of life | 9 Jul 2024 | 2.1 years ago |
| Active support ended | 9 Jul 2019 | security fixes only after this |
| Extended support ends | 12 Jul 2027 | 337 days left |
| Latest release | 12.0.6449.1 CU4+GDR · 10 Oct 2023 | final |
Where to go from 12.0-sp3
Recommended target: Microsoft SQL Server 17.0 (supported until 6 Jan 2036).
The newest actively supported branch is Microsoft SQL Server 17.0 (latest release 17.0.4065.4 CU7).
Frequently asked questions
Is Microsoft SQL Server 12.0-sp3 still safe to use?
Microsoft SQL Server 12.0-sp3 left standard support on 9 Jul 2024. It still receives security updates under extended support until 12 Jul 2027 — 337 days from now — but only if you are enrolled. Without it, no fixes reach you.
Can I still download Microsoft SQL Server 12.0-sp3?
Yes — the final release (12.0.6449.1 CU4+GDR) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Microsoft SQL Server 12.0-sp3 to?
Upgrade to Microsoft SQL Server 17.0, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 6 Jan 2036).