Microsoft ODBC Driver for SQL Server
Microsoft · current 18.6.2.1
The current version of Microsoft ODBC Driver for SQL Server is 18.6.2.1 (as of 19/08/2026). patchletter checks the official source daily and emails you every new release.
Microsoft ODBC Driver for SQL Server at a glance
The Microsoft ODBC Driver for SQL Server connects applications to Microsoft SQL Server and its associated cloud data services. Through the standardized ODBC interface, programs gain uniform access to databases regardless of the language they are written in. The driver is available for several processor architectures and numerous language variants and is deployed on Windows, Linux, and macOS.
For administrators the driver is a security-relevant component: it handles credentials, encryption, and the actual data traffic to the database. Updates frequently ship not only new capabilities but also fixes to encryption and connection behavior, which is why keeping current across all servers and clients matters.
Because the driver often runs quietly in the background of line-of-business and in-house applications, it is easily overlooked during maintenance. A regular look at the version level helps teams spot end-of-life editions and keep supported configurations in place.
Version history & changelog · as detected by patchletter
| Version | Channel | Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18.6.2.1 | STABLE | 19/08/2026 | Release notes → |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the latest version of Microsoft ODBC Driver for SQL Server?
- Microsoft ODBC Driver for SQL Server 18.6.2.1, released 19/08/2026. patchletter checks the vendor's official source daily for new releases.
- Where can I find the Microsoft ODBC Driver for SQL Server release notes?
- The version history above links to the vendor's official release notes where the vendor publishes them. patchletter deliberately stores no vendor full texts.
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