Model Context Protocol moderate risk

Nile

Nile MCP Server enables LLM applications to interact with Nile databases via a standardized interface, offering database management, SQL query execution, and credential management.

Connections & Capabilities

Connects To

GitHubPostgreSQLDiscordAWS

Capabilities

readwriteexecadmin

Quickstart

Install

npm install @niledatabase/nile-mcp-server

Config

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "nile-database": {
      "command": "node",
      "args": [
        "/path/to/your/nile-mcp-server/dist/index.js"
      ],
      "env": {
        "NILE_API_KEY": "your_api_key_here",
        "NILE_WORKSPACE_SLUG": "your_workspace_slug"
      }
    }
  }
}

Exposed MCP Tools (13)

high

create-database

Creates a new Nile database in a specified region.

Creates new databases, potentially consuming resources.

safe

list-databases

Lists all databases in your workspace.

Read-only operation, no side effects.

safe

get-database

Gets detailed information about a specific database.

Read-only operation, no side effects.

critical

delete-database

Deletes a database.

Destructive operation, can lead to data loss.

safe

list-credentials

Lists all credentials for a database.

Read-only operation, no side effects.

moderate

create-credential

Creates new credentials for a database.

Creates new credentials, potentially granting access.

safe

list-regions

Lists all available regions for creating databases.

Read-only operation, no side effects.

high

execute-sql

Executes SQL queries on a Nile database.

Can modify or delete data, depending on the query.

safe

read-resource

Reads schema information for database resources (tables, views, etc.).

Read-only operation, no side effects.

safe

list-resources

Lists all resources (tables, views) in a database.

Read-only operation, no side effects.

safe

list-tenants

Lists all tenants in a database.

Read-only operation, no side effects.

moderate

create-tenant

Creates a new tenant in a database.

Creates new tenants, potentially consuming resources.

high

delete-tenant

Deletes tenants in the database.

Destructive operation, can lead to data loss.

Safety Assessment

The Nile MCP Server provides a convenient interface for interacting with Nile databases, but it also introduces risks due to its ability to execute SQL queries and manage database resources. It is safe to use in environments where input is carefully validated and access is restricted. It is risky if exposed to untrusted users or if proper security measures are not in place.

Schema-based input validation using Zod
Automatic credential management
Secure SSL connection to database
Comprehensive error handling

Potential for SQL injection if queries are not properly sanitized
API key stored in environment variables
Ability to create and delete databases
Direct SQL query execution