Vulnerability · Published Sep 16, 2025 · Assigned by GitHub_M
CVE-2025-59333@executeautomation/database-server does not properly restrict access, bypassing a "read-only" mode
High 8.1
In plain English
A high-severity improper access control in mcp-database-server from executeautomation. Proof-of-concept exploit code is public. The chance it is exploited in the next 30 days is estimated at 0.4% (higher than 34% of all known vulnerabilities).
Official description
The mcp-database-server (MCP Server) 1.1.0 and earlier, as distributed via the npm package @executeautomation/database-server, fails to implement adequate security controls to properly enforce a "read-only" mode. This vulnerability affects only the npm distribution; other distributions are not impacted. As a result, the server is susceptible to abuse and attacks on affected database systems such as PostgreSQL, and potentially others that expose elevated functionalities. These attacks may lead to denial of service and other unexpected behaviors.
Affected packages & fixed versions
| Ecosystem | Package | Fixed in | Advisory |
|---|---|---|---|
| npm | @executeautomation/database-server | no fix listed | GHSA-65hm-pwj5-73pw |
Affected products (as reported)
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| executeautomation | mcp-database-server | <= 1.1.0 |
Weakness: CWE-284 · Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:H