mcp-shodan
MCP server for Shodan API and CVEDB access. mcp-shodan is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server maintained by BurtTheCoder. It connects to MCP-compatible clients such as Claude Desktop, Cursor, Cline, and other agents that speak the protocol. It exposes 7 tools, including ip_lookup, shodan_search, cve_lookup, dns_lookup, reverse_dns_lookup, cpe_lookup and cves_by_product, that an agent can call directly. It is categorized under Security/Reconnaissance.
What is this MCP
This MCP server provides structured access to Shodan's network intelligence and security services, including IP reconnaissance, DNS operations, vulnerability tracking, and device discovery through a standardized protocol interface.
How to use this MCP
Install via npm or Smithery, configure with a Shodan API key in Claude Desktop's config file, then access through supported tools like IP lookup, CVE search, and DNS operations with formatted output.
What this MCP can be used for
Network security analysis, vulnerability research, device discovery, threat intelligence gathering, and infrastructure assessment by querying Shodan's comprehensive database of internet-connected devices and vulnerabilities.
AIMCP authority
DR and traffic signal for the AIMCP public domain.
Frequently asked questions
What is the mcp-shodan MCP server?
mcp-shodan is a Model Context Protocol server from BurtTheCoder. It lets MCP-compatible AI clients call its tools over a standard interface, so agents like Claude, Cursor, and Cline can use it without custom integration.
How do I connect mcp-shodan to my AI client?
Add mcp-shodan to your client's MCP configuration using the stdio or SSE connection shown in the usage examples on this page, then restart the client to load the server.
What tools does mcp-shodan provide?
mcp-shodan provides 7 tools: ip_lookup, shodan_search, cve_lookup, dns_lookup, reverse_dns_lookup, cpe_lookup and cves_by_product.
Is mcp-shodan free to use?
mcp-shodan is listed on AIMCP for free. Any API keys or accounts required by the underlying service are set by its provider.
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