Shodan MCP Server
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A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that provides access to Shodan's internet scanning capabilities through a standardized interface. It exposes Shodan's powerful internet scanning and reconnaissance capabilities.
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What is Shodan MCP Server?
This server implements the Model Context Protocol to expose Shodan's powerful internet scanning and reconnaissance capabilities. It provides a standardized interface for querying Shodan's database of internet-connected devices, services, and vulnerabilities.
How to use Shodan MCP Server?
First, clone the repository, install dependencies using npm install, and set your Shodan API key in a .env.local file. Then, build the server using npm run build and start it with node build/index.js. You can interact with the server using the MCP inspector.
Key features of Shodan MCP Server
Search Capabilities
DNS Lookup
CVE Information
Get Vulnerabilities
Standardized Interface
Environment Variable Support
Use cases of Shodan MCP Server
Vulnerability scanning
Asset discovery
Threat intelligence
Network reconnaissance
FAQ from Shodan MCP Server
What is the Model Context Protocol (MCP)?
What is the Model Context Protocol (MCP)?
MCP is a standardized interface for communication between different systems, allowing them to share data and functionality in a consistent manner.
Why do I need a Shodan API key?
Why do I need a Shodan API key?
The Shodan API key is required to access Shodan's data and functionality. You can obtain a key by creating an account on the Shodan website.
How do I protect my Shodan API key?
How do I protect my Shodan API key?
Never commit your API key to version control. Use environment variables to store sensitive data and rotate your API key regularly.
What are the rate limits for the Shodan API?
What are the rate limits for the Shodan API?
The rate limits for the Shodan API vary depending on your subscription plan. Refer to the Shodan API documentation for details.
What kind of errors can I expect from the server?
What kind of errors can I expect from the server?
The server implements comprehensive error handling for invalid API keys, rate limiting, network issues, invalid queries, and server errors.