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Shodan MCP Server

by Cyreslab-AI

A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that provides access to Shodan API functionality. It allows AI assistants to query information about internet-connected devices and services.

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What is Shodan MCP Server?

This is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server designed to interface with the Shodan API. It enables AI assistants like Claude to query Shodan for information about internet-connected devices and services, providing valuable insights for security analysis, threat intelligence, and IoT device discovery.

How to use Shodan MCP Server?

To use this server, you need to clone the repository, install dependencies, build the server, set up your Shodan API key, and start the server. Then, you can integrate it with MCP-compatible AI assistants like Claude by adding the server configuration to your MCP settings and restarting the AI assistant.

Key features of Shodan MCP Server

  • Host Information Retrieval

  • Shodan Database Search

  • Network Scanning (CIDR)

  • SSL Certificate Information

  • IoT Device Search

Use cases of Shodan MCP Server

  • Identifying vulnerable devices on a network

  • Gathering intelligence on potential threats

  • Auditing the security posture of a domain

  • Discovering IoT devices with specific vulnerabilities

  • Automating security investigations with AI assistants

FAQ from Shodan MCP Server

What is Shodan?

Shodan is a search engine for internet-connected devices and services.

What is MCP?

MCP stands for Model Context Protocol, a protocol that allows AI assistants to interact with external tools and services.

Do I need a Shodan API key to use this server?

Yes, you need a Shodan API key to access Shodan's data. Some features require a paid Shodan membership.

What AI assistants are compatible with this server?

This server is designed to work with MCP-compatible AI assistants like Claude.

What are the limitations of the free Shodan API?

The free Shodan API has limitations on the number of requests and available features. Search, network scanning, SSL certificate lookup and IoT device search require a paid membership.