Description
mcpgawk is a security tool designed to operate as a local gateway between your agents and MCP servers. It ensures that any changes to tools after approval are flagged and held until you decide whether to proceed. This tool is particularly useful for organizations that need to maintain strict control over their agentic AI operations.
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The platform works by pinning each tool to its approved state, detecting any drift, and enforcing per-principal keys and policies. It provides a hash-chained audit log for security reviews, ensuring that every call is checked against the baseline you approved. mcpgawk is open-source and can be installed on your machine without the need for an account, ensuring that no data is uploaded.
mcpgawk supports integrations with tools like Claude Code, Cursor, Codex, Windsurf, and Gemini CLI. It is available for installation via PyPI, VS Code Marketplace, and Open VSX. The tool is free for individual use, with a paid platform option for teams that includes additional features like a tamper-evident log and scheduled re-checks of servers.
The platform offers a 7-day free trial for teams, with a subscription model priced at £29 per person per month. A 14-day money-back guarantee is available for the first payment, ensuring satisfaction with the service. mcpgawk is ideal for IT professionals and organizations looking to secure their AI operations without compromising on data privacy.
- CategoryAI Cybersecurity Tools
- Pricing ModelFreemium
- DeploymentLocal
- PlatformsVS Code, Open VSX
mcpgawk's Core Features
Local gateway for MCP servers
Holds calls to changed tools
Free and open-source
Per-principal keys and policies
Hash-chained audit log
Integrates with Claude Code, Cursor, Codex
Available on PyPI, VS Code Marketplace
7-day free trial for teams
How to use mcpgawk?
Install: Use pipx or search in VS Code Marketplace
Configure: Set up the gateway on your machine
Use: Monitor and approve tool changes
Optimize: Integrate with supported tools
mcpgawk's Use Cases
- Tool Security
- Agent Monitoring
- Data Privacy
- Audit Logging
- Integration Support
