Is OpenFDA MCP Server safe to use?

OpenFDA MCP Server 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.

How do I install OpenFDA MCP Server?

OpenFDA MCP Server can be installed by cloning its GitHub repository and following the setup instructions in the README.

What AI clients work with OpenFDA MCP Server?

OpenFDA MCP Server is compatible with Claude Desktop, Cursor, Claude Code, and most MCP clients that support stdio transport. It uses stdio transport.

Is OpenFDA MCP Server actively maintained?

OpenFDA MCP Server is less actively maintained — last commit was 108 days ago. It has 14 GitHub stars.

OpenFDA MCP Server

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Quick Install

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

Setup guide

No install config available. Check the server's README for setup instructions.

Should you use this server?

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Is it safe?

No package registry to scan.

No authentication — any process on your machine can connect.

License not specified.

Is it maintained?

Last commit 108 days ago. 14 stars.

Will it work with my client?

Transport: stdio. Works with Claude Desktop, Cursor, Claude Code, and most MCP clients.

Test This Server

No automated test available for this server. Check the GitHub README for setup instructions.

Score Breakdown

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3/30

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Authentication — No authentication required

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is OpenFDA MCP Server safe to use?: OpenFDA MCP Server 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.
How do I install OpenFDA MCP Server?: OpenFDA MCP Server can be installed by cloning its GitHub repository and following the setup instructions in the README.
What AI clients work with OpenFDA MCP Server?: OpenFDA MCP Server is compatible with Claude Desktop, Cursor, Claude Code, and most MCP clients that support stdio transport. It uses stdio transport.
Is OpenFDA MCP Server actively maintained?: OpenFDA MCP Server is less actively maintained — last commit was 108 days ago. It has 14 GitHub stars.

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