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scanning-database-security

Scan PostgreSQL and MySQL databases for security vulnerabilities and generate remediation reports.

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Search Tags:#OWASP#compliance#PostgreSQL#MySQL#vulnerability scan#SQL injection#database security
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jeremylongshore/claude-code-plugins-plus --skill scanning-database-security
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: scanning-database-security
Source: https://github.com/jeremylongshore/claude-code-plugins-plus/tree/main/plugins/database/database-security-scanner/skills/database-security-scanner
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jeremylongshore/claude-code-plugins-plus --skill scanning-database-security

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This skill empowers Claude to automatically assess the security of databases by utilizing the database-security-scanner plugin. It identifies vulnerabilities, provides OWASP compliance reports, and suggests remediation steps to improve the database's security posture for PostgreSQL and MySQL.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Vulnerability Assessment: Identify weak passwords, SQL injection risks, and insecure configurations.
  • OWASP Compliance: Generate reports against OWASP guidelines for thorough coverage.
  • Remediation Suggestions: Receive actionable recommendations and automated scripts to fix vulnerabilities.
  • Use Case: Perform a comprehensive security scan on your PostgreSQL database to identify vulnerabilities and get a report with remediation steps.

Quick Start

User request: "Scan the PostgreSQL database for security vulnerabilities and generate a report."

The skill will:

  1. Activate the database-security-scanner plugin.
  2. Scan the PostgreSQL database for vulnerabilities.
  3. Generate a report detailing the findings and remediation recommendations.

Frequently Asked Questions about scanning-database-security

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I scan a PostgreSQL or MySQL database for security vulnerabilities?▼

Database vulnerability scanning identifies weak passwords, SQL injection risks, and insecure configurations in PostgreSQL and MySQL databases. This Skill activates the database-security-scanner plugin to audit your database, generate a detailed report, and provide remediation recommendations to strengthen your security posture.

What OWASP compliance checks does database security scanning cover?▼

OWASP compliance reports assess databases against industry security guidelines to ensure your PostgreSQL or MySQL instance meets best practices for access control, encryption, and injection prevention. The scanning process documents findings against OWASP standards and recommends specific fixes.

Can I get automated remediation scripts for database vulnerabilities?▼

Yes. Beyond identifying vulnerabilities, this Skill provides actionable remediation recommendations and automated scripts to fix discovered security issues in PostgreSQL and MySQL databases, enabling quick resolution of weaknesses.

Does database security scanning work with both PostgreSQL and MySQL?▼

Database vulnerability scanning supports both PostgreSQL and MySQL databases. The database-security-scanner plugin performs the same comprehensive assessment—identifying vulnerabilities, running OWASP compliance checks, and delivering remediation guidance—across both platforms.

What types of database security vulnerabilities are detected?▼

The scanning process identifies SQL injection risks, weak password policies, insecure database configurations, and other common vulnerabilities that compromise PostgreSQL and MySQL security. Reports detail each finding with remediation steps.

When should I run a database security scan?▼

Run vulnerability scans whenever you deploy a new database, after configuration changes, during compliance audits, or as part of regular security reviews for PostgreSQL and MySQL instances to maintain a strong security posture.

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