How do I install the ai scanner mcp server?

Use a recorded configuration for your client, replace example credential values and paths, and verify the documented runtime. Restart or reconnect the client, then inspect the available tools.

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AI Scanner MCP Server

Scan codebases for LLM/AI SDK usage, exposed API tokens, and hardcoded secrets.

Local serverstdio

What is the AI Scanner MCP Server?

Scan codebases for LLM/AI SDK usage, exposed API tokens, and hardcoded secrets.

What you get

MCP server for ai-scanner - let AI agents scan codebases for LLM usage, AI frameworks, and exposed secrets.

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Maintainer setup documentation.

Recorded tools

Check the linked publisher documentation and your connected client's tool list. Names and availability can vary with the server version and account permissions.

Tool	What it does
scan_directory	Full scan — LLM SDKs, AI frameworks, exposed tokens, and hardcoded secrets with severity levels
check_secrets	Security check — pass/fail scan for exposed credentials only. Perfect for pre-commit checks
ai_inventory	AI stack overview — which SDKs, frameworks, models, and API endpoints are used (no secret detection)

How to install the AI Scanner MCP Server

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

Add to claude_desktop_config.json, then restart Claude Desktop.

Example prompts to try

“Use AI Scanner to scan directory.”
“Use AI Scanner to check secrets.”
“Use AI Scanner to ai inventory.”

Frequently asked questions

Scan codebases for LLM/AI SDK usage, exposed API tokens, and hardcoded secrets. Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.