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Web Security Scanner
Enables automated web security testing for XSS and SQL injection vulnerabilities through Playwright-powered browser automation with screenshot capture and compr
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Enables automated web security testing for XSS and SQL injection vulnerabilities through Playwright-powered browser automation with screenshot capture and comprehensive error handling.
Example tools
Illustrative tool names — the actual tool set is defined by the server at runtime.
query
Run a read-only SQL query
list_tables
List tables in the connected database
describe_table
Return column info for a table
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Web Security Scanner.
- What is the primary function of the Web Security Scanner MCP?
- The Web Security Scanner MCP automates web security testing for vulnerabilities like XSS and SQL injection. It uses Playwright for browser automation, capturing screenshots and handling errors comprehensively to identify potential security flaws.
- How can I integrate the Web Security Scanner with a client like Cursor?
- Integration details with specific clients like Cursor depend on the client's MCP integration features. Generally, you would configure the client to communicate with the MCP server via stdio transport, as specified by this MCP's configuration.
- Does this Web Security Scanner MCP require an API key or other credentials?
- No, the Web Security Scanner MCP does not require an API key or other credentials, as its authentication type is listed as 'none'. It operates without external authentication mechanisms.
- What are the core capabilities exposed by the Web Security Scanner?
- The Web Security Scanner provides automated web security testing for XSS and SQL injection vulnerabilities. Its core capabilities include Playwright-powered browser automation, screenshot capture, and comprehensive error handling during security scans.
- Is there any cost associated with using the Web Security Scanner MCP?
- The cost associated with using the Web Security Scanner MCP depends on the deployment. The underlying repository is publicly available, but operational costs may vary based on infrastructure and usage.
- Are there any known limitations when using this Web Security Scanner?
- A realistic limitation is that successful vulnerability detection heavily relies on the completeness and accuracy of the provided test cases. Incomplete test coverage may lead to missed vulnerabilities despite the automation.
Install Web Security Scanner
Claude Desktop
Add this to claude_desktop_config.json.
{
"mcpServers": {
"web-security-scanner": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@modelcontextprotocol/server-web-security-scanner"
]
}
}
}Cursor
Add this to ~/.cursor/mcp.json.
{
"mcpServers": {
"web-security-scanner": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@modelcontextprotocol/server-web-security-scanner"
]
}
}
}VS Code
Add this to your workspace settings.json.
{
"mcp.servers": {
"web-security-scanner": {
"type": "stdio",
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@modelcontextprotocol/server-web-security-scanner"
]
}
}
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