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z3pp4
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SQL Connection Error: received certificate has expired

Hello guys, 

 

I'm trying to connect to a SQL Server, but ending up getting this error.

 

Can anyone help me on this one?

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Thanks in advance.

 

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rohit1991
Super User
Super User

Hi @z3pp4 


1. Check the SQL Server's Certificate

Ask your IT or DB admin to check the installed certificate’s expiry.

You can also check via mmc >> Certificates >> Personal >> Certificates on the server.

2. Update/Renew the Certificate

Generate and install a new SSL certificate.

Use SQL Server Configuration Manager >> Protocols for MSSQLSERVER >> Properties >> Certificate tab to apply it.

3. Restart SQL Server

After applying the new certificate, restart the SQL Server service for changes to take effect.


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v-veshwara-msft
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Community Support

Hi @z3pp4 ,
We wanted to kindly follow up regarding your query. If you need any further assistance, please reach out.
Thank you.

v-veshwara-msft
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Hi @z3pp4 ,

Following up to see if your query is resolved and if any of the responses helped.
If you're still facing issues, feel free to reach out.

Thank you.

Jai-Rathinavel
Super User
Super User

@z3pp4 I believe your machine's firewall is blocking the connection, can you check if you are able to connect to SQL Server using Dataflow Gen 1 or Gen 2 on service ?. If you are able to connect on service then you can confirm that the issue is with the firewall configurations.

 

Thanks,

Jai




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v-veshwara-msft
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Hi @z3pp4 ,

Just checking in to see if your issue has been resolved and if the response from @rohit1991  was helpful.

If not, please feel free to reach out for further assistance.

Thank you, and thanks @rohit1991  for addressing this earlier.

rohit1991
Super User
Super User

Hi @z3pp4 


1. Check the SQL Server's Certificate

Ask your IT or DB admin to check the installed certificate’s expiry.

You can also check via mmc >> Certificates >> Personal >> Certificates on the server.

2. Update/Renew the Certificate

Generate and install a new SSL certificate.

Use SQL Server Configuration Manager >> Protocols for MSSQLSERVER >> Properties >> Certificate tab to apply it.

3. Restart SQL Server

After applying the new certificate, restart the SQL Server service for changes to take effect.


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