How do I install Kitsune?

Kitsune is a local plugin. Install it using npm package: kitsune-mcp and add the generated configuration snippet to your AI app's MCP config file. Then restart your AI app.

What credentials does Kitsune need?

Kitsune requires the following credentials or environment variables: SMITHERY_API_KEY. You can find setup instructions on the server detail page.

What AI apps work with Kitsune?

Kitsune uses the Model Context Protocol (MCP) and works with any MCP-compatible AI app, including Claude, ChatGPT / Codex, Gemini, Copilot, Cursor, and more.

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Kitsune MCP Server

by Kaiser Data

Developer ToolsUse Caution4.2MCP RegistryLocal

Free

Server data from the Official MCP Registry

Shape-shifting MCP hub — shapeshift() into 130,000+ servers at runtime. No restarts. 7 registries.

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Shape-shifting MCP hub — shapeshift() into 130,000+ servers at runtime. No restarts. 7 registries.

Security Report

4.2

Use Caution4.2High Risk

Kitsune is a well-architected MCP hub with thoughtful security design and clear permission scoping appropriate to its purpose as a dynamic server loader. Authentication and credential handling are sound with env-var isolation and PKCE OAuth support. However, three moderate concerns exist: (1) process spawning (npx/uvx/docker) is inherently dangerous and relies entirely on user confirmation and trust flags for safety, (2) network access to 7 registries plus arbitrary HTTP servers is broad but documented, and (3) there is potential for confused-deputy attacks if a mounted server can craft malicious credentials. The codebase is well-tested and avoids common pitfalls, but the attack surface introduced by dynamic loading and process spawning warrants user awareness. Supply chain analysis found 9 known vulnerabilities in dependencies (1 critical, 6 high severity). Package verification found 2 issues.

4 files analyzed · 18 issues found

Security scores are indicators to help you make informed decisions, not guarantees. Always review permissions before connecting any MCP server.

Permissions Required

This plugin requests these system permissions. Most are normal for its category.

env_vars

Check that this permission is expected for this type of plugin.

HTTP Network Access

Connects to external APIs or services over the internet.

network_websocket

Check that this permission is expected for this type of plugin.

File System Read

Reads files on your machine. Normal for tools that analyze or process local data.

File System Write

Writes or modifies files on your machine. Check that this is expected for the tool.

Shell Command Execution

Runs commands on your machine. Be cautious — only use if you trust this plugin.

process_spawn

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system_info

Check that this permission is expected for this type of plugin.

What You'll Need

Set these up before or after installing:

Smithery API key for accessing 3,000+ verified MCP servers. Get yours at smithery.ai/account/api-keysRequired

Environment variable: SMITHERY_API_KEY

How to Install

Add this to your MCP configuration file:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "io-github-kaiser-data-kitsune-mcp": {
      "env": {
        "SMITHERY_API_KEY": "your-smithery-api-key-here"
      },
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "kitsune-mcp"
      ],
      "command": "npx"
    }
  }
}

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