How do I install the cybersecurity 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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Cybersecurity MCP Server

CVE database and vulnerability intelligence for AI agents. Search the NIST National Vulnerability Database, check software security, and stay

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What is the Cybersecurity MCP Server?

CVE database and vulnerability intelligence for AI agents. Search the NIST National Vulnerability Database, check software security, and stay informed about threats.

What you get

CVE Search — — Search vulnerabilities by keyword or severity
CVE Details — — Full details including CVSS score, affected products, references
Software Check — — Check any software for known vulnerabilities
CPE Database — — Search products in the Common Platform Enumeration
No API Key — — Uses the free NIST NVD API

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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
search_vulnerabilities	Search CVE database by keyword
get_cve_details	Get full CVE details by ID
check_software_vulnerabilities	Check a software for known CVEs
search_products	Search CPE product database

How to install the Cybersecurity MCP Server

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

Add to claude_desktop_config.json, then restart Claude Desktop.

Example prompts to try

“Use Cybersecurity to search vulnerabilities.”
“Use Cybersecurity to get cve details.”
“Use Cybersecurity to check software vulnerabilities.”

Frequently asked questions

CVE database and vulnerability intelligence for AI agents. Search the NIST National Vulnerability Database, check software security, and stay informed about threats. Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.