Install Shield in Claude Code
This server doesn't publish a package to a registry, so follow the install steps in its README. Once it runs, register it with Claude Code:
claude mcp add shield -- <command to start the server>Frequently asked questions
What does the Shield MCP server do?
Pre-install security scanner for MCP servers: detects backdoors, exfiltration code, obfuscation, dangerous execution, prompt injection and supply chain risks.
Is the Shield MCP server free?
Yes, most likely. Open source and no paid account or API key is mentioned in the listing. Check the provider for current pricing.
Does Shield run locally or remotely?
Local. Runs on your machine (stdio). You install it with npx, uvx, Docker or from source.
How do I add Shield to Claude Code?
Follow the install steps in the project's README at https://github.com/muhannad-hash/mcp-shield, then register it with "claude mcp add".
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