What is the key difference between Cybersecurity MCP Server and Mcp Shield?

Cybersecurity MCP Server belongs to the Security category with local stdio execution, while Mcp Shield belongs to the Security category with local stdio execution.

How do I install Cybersecurity MCP Server or Mcp Shield in Claude Desktop or Cursor?

Copy the mcpServers JSON configuration snippet provided on this page into your claude_desktop_config.json or ~/.cursor/mcp.json file and restart your AI client.

Are Cybersecurity MCP Server and Mcp Shield free or paid?

Cybersecurity MCP Server operates under a Free / Open Source model (No auth required). Mcp Shield operates under a Free / Open Source model (No auth required).

Which MCP server has more tools and community activity?

Cybersecurity MCP Server lists 16 tools with 1 views and 21 GitHub stars. Mcp Shield lists 0 tools with 0 views and 0 GitHub stars.

Can I use both Cybersecurity MCP Server and Mcp Shield together in the same MCP host?

Yes! MCP hosts like Claude Desktop, Cursor, Windsurf, Cline, and VS Code support configuring multiple servers under the mcpServers object simultaneously.

How do I install Cybersecurity MCP Server or Mcp Shield in Claude Desktop, Cursor, or Windsurf?

Both servers follow the standard Model Context Protocol configuration format. Simply copy the JSON block from the configuration section above and paste it into your AI client's mcpServers configuration object (for instance in claude_desktop_config.json or ~/.cursor/mcp.json ), then completely restart or refresh the application.

Are Cybersecurity MCP Server and Mcp Shield free to use, or do they require API keys?

Cybersecurity MCP Server is listed under a Free / Open Source model with No auth required . Mcp Shield operates under a Free / Open Source model with No auth required . If environment variables are required (such as API keys), be sure to define them under the env key in your MCP client's configuration file.

Can I run both Cybersecurity MCP Server and Mcp Shield at the same time in my AI client?

Yes! MCP clients support multi-server orchestration. You can include both gaoharimran29-glitch-cybersecurity-mcp-server and mcp-shield as distinct keys inside the single mcpServers object in your configuration file. Your AI assistant will automatically select and call the appropriate tool from either server during chat sessions.

Which MCP server has higher directory engagement and quality ratings?

On AllMCPs, Cybersecurity MCP Server has a Quality Score of 64 /100 ( Good ) with 1 views, 0 installs, and 21 GitHub stars. Mcp Shield holds a Quality Score of 27 /100 ( Emerging ) with 0 views, 0 installs, and 0 GitHub stars.

Side-by-Side Model Context Protocol Comparison

Cybersecurity MCP Server vs Mcp Shield

In-depth architectural comparison of the Cybersecurity MCP Server and Mcp Shield MCP servers. Compare execution transports, security boundaries, tool capabilities, quality scores, and ready-to-paste client installation snippets for Claude, Cursor, Windsurf, and VS Code.

At a Glance & Executive Verdict

Cybersecurity MCP Server

Security · Local stdio

Quality: 64/100 (Good) | Auth: No auth required

Mcp Shield

Security · Local stdio

Quality: 27/100 (Emerging) | Auth: No auth required

Verdict Summary: Choose Cybersecurity MCP Server if you need specialized Security tools running via a local process. Choose Mcp Shield if your workspace requires Security integration with local subprocess execution. Both servers can be configured concurrently in your client's mcpServers manifest.

Which MCP Server Should You Choose?

Choose Cybersecurity MCP Server when:

You need dedicated capabilities in the Security domain.
You prefer local stdio subprocess transport architecture.
Your security boundary fits: No auth required (Free / Open Source).
Primary tools included: whois_lookup, dns_enumeration, port_scan.

Explore Cybersecurity MCP Server Details

Choose Mcp Shield when:

You need dedicated capabilities in the Security domain.
You prefer local stdio subprocess transport architecture.
Your security boundary fits: No auth required (Free / Open Source).

Explore Mcp Shield Details

Feature & Specification Comparison

Specification	Cybersecurity MCP Server gaoharimran29-glitch Security	M Mcp Shield Security
Summary	Cybersecurity reconnaissance server for Claude. WHOIS lookup, DNS enumeration with subdomain brute-forcing, Nmap port scanning with service detection, SSL/TLS certificate inspection, technology stack fingerprinting, CVE lookup, and IP reputation checking. Runs fully locally via FastMCP.	Trust verification for MCP servers. Check scores, scan for security issues, search 4,200+ servers.
Category & Scope	Security

Tools & Capabilities Breakdown

Cybersecurity MCP Server Tools (16)

whois_lookup

Domain registration data — owner, registrar, creation date, expiry, name servers

dns_enumeration

A, AAAA, MX, NS, TXT, CNAME, SOA records + common subdomain brute-forcing

port_scan

Nmap-powered scanner with service/version detection and security warnings

ssl_inspect

SSL/TLS certificate — issuer, expiry, cipher strength, SANs, TLS version

email_security_check

Checks SPF, DKIM, and DMARC DNS records — returns a security_score, rating, and actionable recommendations for missing or weak configurations

tech_stack_detect

Ready-to-Paste Client Configurations

Paste either (or both) of these JSON server blocks into your client config file (e.g. claude_desktop_config.json or ~/.cursor/mcp.json).

Cybersecurity MCP Server Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "gaoharimran29-glitch-cybersecurity-mcp-server": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": [
        "uv"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Mcp Shield Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "mcp-shield": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "mcp-shield"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Frequently Asked Questions

Cybersecurity MCP Server is categorized under Security and uses a local stdio subprocess. In contrast, Mcp Shield belongs to Security using local stdio subprocess. Select Cybersecurity MCP Server when you need capabilities focused on security and Mcp Shield when you require tools for security.

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