nmap-mcp-server
MCP server for AI-assisted NMAP network scanning. nmap-mcp-server is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server maintained by PhialsBasement. It connects to MCP-compatible clients such as Claude Desktop, Cursor, Cline, and other agents that speak the protocol. It exposes 1 tool, including run_nmap_scan, that an agent can call directly. It is categorized under Security/Reconnaissance and AI/Integration.
What is this MCP
This is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that provides AI assistants with standardized access to NMAP network scanning capabilities, enabling AI models to perform network analysis and security assessments through conversation.
How to use this MCP
Install via npm, configure in Claude Desktop's config.json, and interact through therun_nmap_scan function with parameters like target, ports, and scan type. The server translates these requests into NMAP CLI commands.
What this MCP can be used for
Enables AI-assisted network security assessments, open port detection, service version identification, and vulnerability scanning through natural language interactions with AI assistants.
AIMCP authority
DR and traffic signal for the AIMCP public domain.
Frequently asked questions
What is the nmap-mcp-server MCP server?
nmap-mcp-server is a Model Context Protocol server from PhialsBasement. It lets MCP-compatible AI clients call its tools over a standard interface, so agents like Claude, Cursor, and Cline can use it without custom integration.
How do I connect nmap-mcp-server to my AI client?
Add nmap-mcp-server to your client's MCP configuration using the stdio or SSE connection shown in the usage examples on this page, then restart the client to load the server.
What tools does nmap-mcp-server provide?
nmap-mcp-server provides 1 tool: run_nmap_scan.
Is nmap-mcp-server free to use?
nmap-mcp-server is listed on AIMCP for free. Any API keys or accounts required by the underlying service are set by its provider.
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