universal-db-mcp

MCP server · PyPI · ★ 1 · graded 2026-10-24Source linked

Security-first MCP server for PostgreSQL, SQLite, MySQL, DuckDB with SQL injection prevention.

No outside reports on file

universal-db-mcp reads local files; restrict its folder reach, network access, and credentials before installing.

Based on public adoption and transparency signals as of Oct 23, 2026. Our opinion, not a code audit or security guarantee.

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What it can access

Local filesReads local filesNOTED
Command executionNo shell command runner notedLOW
Network reachLocal or standard API callsLOW
CredentialsNo API token requiredLOW
Package sourcePyPI (universal-db-mcp)PUBLIC

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Install

uvx universal-db-mcp

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About Universal Db MCP

Universal Db MCP is an MCP server focused on Data & databases and Cloud & infrastructure: Security-first MCP server for PostgreSQL, SQLite, MySQL, DuckDB with SQL injection prevention.

It is published on PyPI as universal-db-mcp and hosted on GitHub at Fashad-Ahmed/universal-mcp (1 GitHub stars, 39 PyPI downloads, last repository push on 2026-06-11). Based on its public metadata, its operational scope includes: reads local files.

Setup

These use the package this listing points to. Check the project’s own instructions before running anything.

PyPI command

uvx universal-db-mcp

PyPI (pip) command

pip install universal-db-mcp

MCP client config

For Claude Desktop (claude_desktop_config.json) or Cursor (.cursor/mcp.json).

json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "universal-db-mcp": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": [
        "universal-db-mcp"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Why this grade

DD — High risk signals

Signal-based grade (1/7 points): public source code. This reflects adoption and transparency, not a code review.

Popularity and upkeep

17/100

GitHub stars: 1
PyPI downloads: 39
Listing last refreshed: 2026-10-28

These are public popularity signals, not a maintenance check. Look at the repository’s commit history and open issues.

Security reports

No reports found for this package in our research (last checked 2026-10-29).

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Risks to watch for

Local file read access: Reads local documents or database files. Point it only at the specific files needed for the task so sensitive workspace files remain out of reach.
Dependency & version pinning: Distributed via PyPI (universal-db-mcp). Pin an exact release version or commit SHA rather than floating tags so upstream updates are reviewed first.

How to lower the risk

Least-privilege permissions

Give it access only to the specific folders, accounts or projects it needs, never your whole drive or admin account.
Use a separate, limited API key or login just for this tool so you can switch it off without affecting anything else.

Network isolation

Run it on a work computer or sandbox account, not one holding personal or company-sensitive data.
If your IT team can, limit which websites and services it is allowed to contact.

Monitoring

Check its activity history or logs weekly at first, and look at what it changed or sent.
Turn on alerts for new logins or unusual usage on any account it connects to.

Red flags to watch for

It asks for more access than its job requires, or prompts you to paste passwords.
It suddenly updates with new owners, or starts contacting unfamiliar websites.

Questions

How do I install Universal Db MCP?

Run uvx universal-db-mcp (or pip install universal-db-mcp) in your terminal, or add the server entry to your claude_desktop_config.json or .cursor/mcp.json as shown in the Setup section on this page. Full setup docs and environment variables are in github.com/Fashad-Ahmed/universal-mcp.

Are there security reports about Universal Db MCP?

No reports found for this package in our research (last checked 2026-10-29). Universal Db MCP currently holds Grade D (High risk signals) based on public adoption and transparency signals. Review the permissions and source repository before granting access to local files, shell commands, or API keys.

Is Universal Db MCP actively maintained?

Universal Db MCP has 1 GitHub stars and 39 PyPI downloads, with its latest repository commit pushed on 2026-06-11. Our directory data was last refreshed on 2026-10-28. Check recent commit activity, release tags, and open issues at github.com/Fashad-Ahmed/universal-mcp before pinning it in production.

What are alternatives to Universal Db MCP?

You can compare Universal Db MCP side by side with other MySQL, SQLite MCP servers in the Related tools section on this page, or use the Compare tool on AgentArmorHQ.

Maintain or use Universal Db MCP? Show its live grade in your GitHub README, docs site, or run a check from the terminal before you install.

AgentArmorHQ Risk Grade D for Universal Db MCP

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Terminal check:

terminal

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### AgentArmorHQ Security Review Memo: universal-db-mcp
- **Listing URL:** https://agentarmorhq.com/skills/fashad-ahmed-universal-mcp
- **Type:** App connector
- **Risk Grade:** Grade D (High risk signals)
- **Outside Security Advisories on File:** 0
- **Public Adoption:** 1 GitHub stars

#### Permission & Blast-Radius Signals
- **Local files:** Reads local files
- **Command execution:** No shell command runner noted
- **Network reach:** Local or standard API calls
- **Credentials:** No API token required
- **Package source:** PyPI (universal-db-mcp)

#### Recommended Hardened Setup
- **Command:** `uvx universal-db-mcp`
- **Controls:** Pin an exact version in `.mcp.json`, scope access to a single workspace folder, and use a least-privilege read-only token where supported.

_Based on public adoption and transparency signals as of Oct 23, 2026. Our opinion, not a code audit or security guarantee._

Key facts

Type: App connector
Publisher: Fashad-Ahmed
Source code: github.com/Fashad-Ahmed/universal-mcp
Install command: pip install universal-db-mcp
Est. context load: ~850 tokens / turn (~5 tool schemas, 0.43% of 200k context)
Popularity: 1 GitHub stars, 39 PyPI downloads
Last updated: 2026-10-28
Last graded: 2026-10-24

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