Side-by-Side Model Context Protocol Comparison

Mcp Audit vs Scopeblind Gateway

In-depth architectural comparison of the Mcp Audit and Scopeblind Gateway 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

Mcp Audit
Security · Local stdio
Quality: 44/100 (Fair) | Auth: No auth required
Scopeblind Gateway
Security · Local stdio
Quality: 44/100 (Fair) | Auth: No auth required
Verdict Summary: Choose Mcp Audit if you need specialized Security tools running via a local process. Choose Scopeblind Gateway 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?

Mcp Audit logo

Choose Mcp Audit 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).
  • You have access to required keys: AUDIT_SECRET.
  • Primary tools included: Transparent proxy for MCP JSON-RPC traffic, Signed audit trails with JSONL or SQLite logs, Redaction of sensitive payload fields.
Scopeblind Gateway logo

Choose Scopeblind Gateway 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: Shadow mode logging of all tools/call requests, Enforce mode with per-tool block, rate-limit, and min-tier rules, Optional Ed25519-signed receipts for tool call audit trails.

Feature & Specification Comparison

Specification
Mcp Audit logo
Mcp Audit
P4ST4S
Security
Scopeblind Gateway logo
Security
SummaryTransparent Go proxy that intercepts, signs, rate-limits, redacts, and audits all MCP JSON-RPC tool calls without modifying client or server.Security gateway that wraps any MCP server with per-tool policies, approval gates, and optional Ed25519-signed receipts. Shadow mode logs every tool call; enforce mode blocks, rate-limits, or requires approval.
Category & ScopeSecuritySecurity
Quality signal44/100 (Fair)44/100 (Fair)
Transport ProtocolLocal Subprocess (stdio)Local Subprocess (stdio)
Auth RequirementNo auth requiredNo auth required
Pricing ModelFree / Open SourceFree / Open Source
Required Env Vars
AUDIT_SECRET
None required
Compatible Clients
Claude DesktopCursorWindsurfClineVS Code
Claude DesktopCursorWindsurfClineVS Code
Install path signalnpx · lownpx · high
Engagement & Health 2 views 0 copies 0 upvotes 7 stars 1 views 0 copies 0 upvotes 9 stars
Verified / OfficialCommunity ListingCommunity Listing
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Tools & Capabilities Breakdown

Mcp Audit Tools (6)

Transparent proxy for MCP JSON-RPC traffic
Signed audit trails with JSONL or SQLite logs
Redaction of sensitive payload fields
Allow/deny policy enforcement per tool
Per-tool rate limiting
Local read-only dashboard and Prometheus metrics

Scopeblind Gateway Tools (6)

Shadow mode logging of all tools/call requests
Enforce mode with per-tool block, rate-limit, and min-tier rules
Optional Ed25519-signed receipts for tool call audit trails
Structured decision logs emitted to stderr
Local key generation and policy configuration
Offline verification tooling for signed audit bundles

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).

Mcp Audit Configuration
mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "p4st4s-mcp-audit": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "p4st4s-mcp-audit"
      ],
      "env": {
        "AUDIT_SECRET": "YOUR_AUDIT_SECRET_HERE"
      }
    }
  }
}
Scopeblind Gateway Configuration
mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "tomjwxf-scopeblind-gateway": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@scopeblind/passport"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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