You can now directly manage Azure Database for MySQL – Flexible Server plugins, starting with the validate_password plugin. Now you can help enhance your server’s security by enabling the validate_password plugin to enforce strong password policies or by disabling it as needed—all without requiring a server restart. Previously, plugin management was limited to the platform, but now you can take control, tailoring your MySQL environment to meet your specific requirements.
This release simplifies security configuration, making it easier to enforce compliance and protect your data. Additionally, this is just the beginning; the plugin management framework is designed to expand, and we are actively gathering feedback to prioritize support for additional plugins in the future.