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| What | @benborla29/mcp-server-mysql | mysql_mcp_server |
|---|---|---|
| Risk grade | BB · Some risk signals Based on public adoption and transparency signals as of Oct 23, 2026. Our opinion, not a code audit or security guarantee. | CC · Moderate risk signals Based on public adoption and transparency signals as of Oct 17, 2026. Our opinion, not a code audit or security guarantee. |
| Type | App connector | App connector |
| Est. context load | ~700 tokens / turn (~4 tool schemas, 0.35% of 200k context) | ~850 tokens / turn (~5 tool schemas, 0.43% of 200k context) |
| GitHub stars | 2.2k | 1.4k |
| Weekly npm downloads | — | — |
| Local files | No local folder access noted | No local folder access noted |
| Command execution | Runs shell or system commands | No shell command runner noted |
| Network reach | Connects to outside service API | Connects to outside service API |
| Credentials | No API token required | No API token required |
| Package source | npm (@benborla29/mcp-server-mysql) | GitHub (designcomputer/mysql_mcp_server) |
| Install command | npx -y @benborla29/mcp-server-mysql | Source repo only |
| Bottom line | @benborla29/mcp-server-mysql is distributed via npm (@benborla29/mcp-server-mysql); review its source code, dependencies, and requested permissions before use. | This tool gives AI direct database power, so it is high-risk if credentials are exposed, user input is not validated, or the AI's context leaks to others. |
Based on public adoption and transparency signals as of Oct 29, 2026. Our opinion, not a code audit or security guarantee.
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