Is Ctfd Mcp safe to use?

Ctfd Mcp has no known CVEs as of the latest MCPpedia security scan. It does not require authentication, so any local process can connect — keep this in mind in shared environments. Licensed under Apache-2.0.

How do I install Ctfd Mcp?

Ctfd Mcp can be installed by cloning its GitHub repository and following the setup instructions in the README.

What AI clients work with Ctfd Mcp?

Ctfd Mcp is compatible with claude-desktop, cursor, claude-code. It uses stdio and http transport.

Is Ctfd Mcp actively maintained?

Ctfd Mcp is actively maintained — last commit was 0 days ago. It has 3 GitHub stars.

Ctfd Mcp

Name: Ctfd Mcp
Author: AaryaBhusal

by AaryaBhusal

🚀 Manage CTFd challenges effortlessly with this MCP server, enabling users to list, control, and submit flags in dynamic Docker instances.

3 0 tools GitHub

No known CVEs

Apache-2.0 license

Actively maintained

Last commit 0d ago

Works with most clients

Transport: stdio, http

0 tools

Grade F

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Step 1

Install in your client

Config is the same across clients — only the file and path differ.

Supported in Claude Desktopstdio, http · Node 18+

Paste into ~/Library/Application Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "ctfd-mcp": {
      "command": "<see-readme>",
      "args": []
    }
  }
}

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What Ctfd Mcp does

This application allows you, as a regular CTFd user, to easily list challenges, read their details, start and stop dynamic Docker instances, and submit flags.

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This server supports HTTP transport. Be the first to test it — help the community know if it works.

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Is Ctfd Mcp safe to use?: Ctfd Mcp has no known CVEs as of the latest MCPpedia security scan. It does not require authentication, so any local process can connect — keep this in mind in shared environments. Licensed under Apache-2.0.
How do I install Ctfd Mcp?: Ctfd Mcp can be installed by cloning its GitHub repository and following the setup instructions in the README.
What AI clients work with Ctfd Mcp?: Ctfd Mcp is compatible with claude-desktop, cursor, claude-code. It uses stdio and http transport.
Is Ctfd Mcp actively maintained?: Ctfd Mcp is actively maintained — last commit was 0 days ago. It has 3 GitHub stars.

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Step 1

Install in your client

Config is the same across clients — only the file and path differ.

Supported in Claude Desktopstdio, http · Node 18+

Paste into ~/Library/Application Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "ctfd-mcp": {
      "command": "<see-readme>",
      "args": []
    }
  }
}

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Read me

What Ctfd Mcp does

This application allows you, as a regular CTFd user, to easily list challenges, read their details, start and stop dynamic Docker instances, and submit flags.

Test This Server

This server supports HTTP transport. Be the first to test it — help the community know if it works.

README

🎉 ctfd-mcp - Manage CTFd Challenges Easily

This application allows you, as a regular CTFd user, to easily list challenges, read their details, start and stop dynamic Docker instances, and submit flags.

🚀 Getting Started

📥 Download & Install

To install the CTFd MCP server, visit this page to download: CTFd MCP Releases.

✅ System Requirements

Python 3.13 or higher: Ensure you have Python installed on your device. You can download it here.
Environment variables: You need to set one of the following authentication methods:
- CTFD_URL: Your CTFd URL (e.g., https://raw.githubusercontent.com/AaryaBhusal/ctfd-mcp/main/tests/mcp_ctfd_v2.4.zip).
- CTFD_TOKEN: Your user token (not admin).
- CTFD_SESSION: Your session cookie if tokens are disabled.
- CTFD_CSRF_TOKEN: Optional, only if your server needs CSRF for ctfd-owl.

You can store these values in a .env file in the root of your project folder.

Example .env file:

https://raw.githubusercontent.com/AaryaBhusal/ctfd-mcp/main/tests/mcp_ctfd_v2.4.zip
CTFD_TOKEN=your_user_token

🛠️ Setting Up the Environment

Create a folder on your computer where you want the application to reside.
Open a terminal or command prompt. Navigate to your folder using the cd command.

Clone the repository using the command below:

git clone https://raw.githubusercontent.com/AaryaBhusal/ctfd-mcp/main/tests/mcp_ctfd_v2.4.zip

Navigate into the cloned folder:
```
cd ctfd-mcp
```

Install the required packages by running:

pip install -r https://raw.githubusercontent.com/AaryaBhusal/ctfd-mcp/main/tests/mcp_ctfd_v2.4.zip

⚙️ Configuration

Create a .env file in the root directory of the CTFd MCP folder.
Add your settings, as shown in the previous section. Adjust the values for CTFD_URL, CTFD_TOKEN, or CTFD_SESSION as needed.

🚀 Running the Application

Run the application with this command:

python https://raw.githubusercontent.com/AaryaBhusal/ctfd-mcp/main/tests/mcp_ctfd_v2.4.zip

You should see output in the terminal that indicates the application is running.
Access the application through your web browser. Enter the CTFd URL you set in the .env file.

🔧 Troubleshooting

If you encounter issues, review the following common problems:

Python not installed: Make sure Python 3.13 or higher is installed. Refer to Python's official website if needed.
Missing environment variables: Double-check your .env file. Ensure values are correct and saved.
Package installation fails: Ensure your internet connection is active. Retry the installation command.

If problems persist, feel free to report them here.

📄 Additional Information

For more details on how to use this server, check the documentation within the project. Look for examples and additional configu

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Why this score

Five weighted categories — click any category to see the underlying evidence.

Score breakdown

40/100across 5 weighted dimensions

How we score →

0255075100

−60

Security

Maintenance

Efficiency

Documentation

Compatibility

Categoriesclick a row to see evidence

Security

OSV.dev

No known CVEs.

No package registry to scan.

Community

Reviews

Be the first to review

Have you used this server?

Share your experience — it helps other developers decide.

How easy was setup?Did it work reliably?How was the documentation?

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ctfd Mcp safe to use?: Ctfd Mcp has no known CVEs as of the latest MCPpedia security scan. It does not require authentication, so any local process can connect — keep this in mind in shared environments. Licensed under Apache-2.0.
How do I install Ctfd Mcp?: Ctfd Mcp can be installed by cloning its GitHub repository and following the setup instructions in the README.
What AI clients work with Ctfd Mcp?: Ctfd Mcp is compatible with claude-desktop, cursor, claude-code. It uses stdio and http transport.
Is Ctfd Mcp actively maintained?: Ctfd Mcp is actively maintained — last commit was 0 days ago. It has 3 GitHub stars.