mcp scanner
pipStandardThe MCP Scanner server identifies security threats and vulnerabilities in MCP servers. It provides scanning tools to detect potential risks and integrates with security systems to report findings. Developers and security teams use it to assess and improve the security posture of their MCP deployments.
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Overview
The MCP Scanner server identifies security threats and vulnerabilities in MCP servers. It provides scanning tools to detect potential risks and integrates with security systems to report findings. Developers and security teams use it to assess and improve the security posture of their MCP deployments.
Installation
1Install the package
pip
pip install mcp-scanner2Add to Claude
Add this configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json:
claude_desktop_config.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"cisco-ai-defense-mcp-scanner-github": {
"command": "uvx",
"args": [
"pip install mcp-scanner"
]
}
}
}3Verify installation
Restart Claude Desktop, then ask:
"What tools do you have available from mcp scanner?"
Prerequisites
- Python 3.10 or higher
- pip or uv package manager
- Claude Desktop or Claude API access
- API key for mcp scanner
Configuration
API Key Required
This server requires an API key from mcp scanner. Add it to your environment or config.
| Variable | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| MCP_SCANNER_API_KEY | Yes | Your mcp scanner API key |
Usage Examples
List Resources
"What resources are available in mcp scanner?"
Claude will query available resources and return a list of what you can access.
Get Details
"Show me details about [specific item] in mcp scanner"
Claude will fetch and display detailed information about the requested item.
Create New
"Create a new [item] in mcp scanner with [details]"
Claude will use the appropriate tool to create the resource and confirm success.
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