mcp shield
npxStandardMCP-Shield scans MCP servers for vulnerabilities, checking for insecure configurations, outdated dependencies, and exposed endpoints. It integrates with GitHub for dependency checks and provides detailed reports on security risks. Developers use it to audit MCP servers before deployment, ensuring compliance with security best practices.
544290Updated 10 months ago
Overview
MCP-Shield scans MCP servers for vulnerabilities, checking for insecure configurations, outdated dependencies, and exposed endpoints. It integrates with GitHub for dependency checks and provides detailed reports on security risks. Developers use it to audit MCP servers before deployment, ensuring compliance with security best practices.
Installation
1Install the package
npx
npx -y mcp-shield2Add to Claude
Add this configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json:
claude_desktop_config.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"riseandignite-mcp-shield-github": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"npx -y mcp-shield"
]
}
}
}3Verify installation
Restart Claude Desktop, then ask:
"What tools do you have available from mcp shield?"
Prerequisites
- Node.js 18 or higher
- npm or npx available
- Claude Desktop or Claude API access
- API key for mcp shield
Configuration
API Key Required
This server requires an API key from mcp shield. Add it to your environment or config.
| Variable | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| MCP_SHIELD_API_KEY | Yes | Your mcp shield API key |
Usage Examples
List Resources
"What resources are available in mcp shield?"
Claude will query available resources and return a list of what you can access.
Get Details
"Show me details about [specific item] in mcp shield"
Claude will fetch and display detailed information about the requested item.
Create New
"Create a new [item] in mcp shield with [details]"
Claude will use the appropriate tool to create the resource and confirm success.
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