PostgreSQL 8.3.3 Documentation
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# dblink_connect_u

## Name

dblink_connect_u -- opens a persistent connection to a remote database, insecurely

## Synopsis

        dblink_connect_u(text connstr) returns text
        dblink_connect_u(text connname, text connstr) returns text

## Description

`dblink_connect_u()` is identical to `dblink_connect()`, except that it will allow non-superusers to connect using any authentication method.

If the remote server selects an authentication method that does not involve a password, then impersonation and subsequent escalation of privileges can occur, because the session will appear to have originated from the user as which the local PostgreSQL server runs. Therefore, `dblink_connect_u()` is initially installed with all privileges revoked from `PUBLIC`, making it un-callable except by superusers. In some situations it may be appropriate to grant `EXECUTE` permission for `dblink_connect_u()` to specific users who are considered trustworthy, but this should be done with care.

For further details see `dblink_connect()`.

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