Guard
An HTTP proxy that secures MCP servers by intercepting tool calls and blocking requests based on configurable keyword patterns. It provides a simple way to prevent destructive operations on upstream servers like databases through a JSON-based gate sy
What is Guard?
Guard is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that allows AI assistants like Claude, Cursor, and VS Code to http proxy that secures mcp servers by intercepting tool calls and blocking requests based on configurable keyword patterns. it provides a simple way to prevent destructive operations on upstream serv...
An HTTP proxy that secures MCP servers by intercepting tool calls and blocking requests based on configurable keyword patterns. It provides a simple way to prevent destructive operations on upstream servers like databases through a JSON-based gate sy
This server falls under the Security category on MCPgee, the world's largest MCP server directory with 33,000+ servers.
Features
- An HTTP proxy that secures MCP servers by intercepting tool
Use Cases
Maintainer
Works with
Installation
Manual Installation
npx mcp-guardConfiguration
Configuration Details
claude_desktop_config.json
Performance
Response Metrics
Resource Usage
Frequently Asked Questions about Guard
What is Guard?
Guard is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that http proxy that secures mcp servers by intercepting tool calls and blocking requests based on configurable keyword patterns. it provides a simple way to prevent destructive operations on upstream servers like databases through a json-based gate sy It connects AI assistants to external tools and data sources through a standardized interface.
How do I install Guard?
Follow the installation instructions on the Guard GitHub repository. Clone the repo, install dependencies, and add the server config to your AI client.
Which AI clients work with Guard?
Guard works with all major MCP-compatible AI clients including Claude Desktop, Claude Code, Cursor, VS Code (GitHub Copilot), Windsurf, and Cline.
Is Guard free to use?
Yes, Guard is open source and available under the MIT License license. You can use it freely in both personal and commercial projects.
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