OpenChatCut
Open-source, local-first conversational AI video editor with a professional multi-track timeline, Agent Skills, MCP integration, and Remotion rendering.
No outside reports on file
Use OpenChatCut only with video files you trust, keep the software updated, and avoid importing projects from unknown sources since it executes rendering code.
Based on public adoption and transparency signals as of Oct 21, 2026. Our opinion, not a code audit or security guarantee.
What it can access
- Local filesNo local folder access notedLOW
- Command executionNo shell command runner notedLOW
- Network reachConnects to outside service APINOTED
- CredentialsNo API token requiredLOW
- Package sourceGitHub (0xsline/OpenChatCut)PUBLIC
Inferred from this listing’s public package details and description. Check the project’s source before installing.
Install
No npm or PyPI package is listed. Install from source: github.com/0xsline/OpenChatCut ↗
Everything known
We found nothing about this project in the sources we read (last checked 2026-10-30). That does not mean it has no problems.
0 incidents · 0 advisories · 0 news articles · 0 community threads · checked 2026-10-30
Popularity grade: C (from public signals such as stars and downloads, not a code review). Graded 2026-10-21.
Sources we read: OSV, GitHub Advisory Database, CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities, 44 security news feeds and our incident library. Last checked 2026-10-30.
About OpenChatCut
OpenChatCut is a video editing tool that runs on your computer and lets you edit videos by talking to an AI. It combines a professional multi-track timeline (where you arrange video and audio clips) with AI skills and Remotion rendering (a tool that generates videos from code).
Who it’s for
Video creators and developers who want to edit videos locally without uploading to the cloud, and those interested in using AI to help with video editing tasks. It's aimed at people comfortable with open-source software.
Alternatives
- DaVinci Resolve: Professional video editor with free version, runs locally, no AI agent integration
- Shotcut: Open-source video editor, straightforward interface, no AI features
- HeyGen: Cloud-based AI video creation tool (uploads your content to their servers)
- Runway: AI-powered video editing with local and cloud options
Setup
Check these steps against the project’s own instructions before running anything.
Follow the project's README. The GitHub repository (https://github.com/0xsline/OpenChatCut (opens external site)) provides installation instructions. Typical setup involves cloning the repository and installing dependencies, but exact steps should come from the official documentation.
Why this grade
Signal-based grade (3/7 points): well starred on GitHub, public source code. This reflects adoption and transparency, not a code review.
Popularity and upkeep
- GitHub stars
- 2.8k
- Listing last refreshed
- 2026-10-30
These are public popularity signals, not a maintenance check. Look at the repository’s commit history and open issues.
Risks to watch for
- AI prompt injection: Attackers could hide instructions in video metadata or filenames that trick the AI into doing unwanted edits or exposing files.
- File system access: The tool accesses your video files and could potentially read or modify other files on your computer if misconfigured.
- MCP integration risks: The Model Context Protocol integration could allow plugins or extensions to access more data than intended if they're untrusted.
- Rendering execution: Remotion rendering executes code to generate videos, which could run malicious code if video projects come from untrusted sources.
- Data leakage in editing history: Your editing actions and AI conversations might be logged locally or sent to services without clear privacy controls.
How to lower the risk
Least-privilege permissions
- Run the tool with a dedicated user account that has limited access to sensitive files
- Don't grant it access to folders containing passwords or private documents
Network isolation
- Review what external services it connects to before use
- Consider running it on an air-gapped machine if working with highly sensitive content
Monitoring
- Check file system logs to see what files the tool reads and modifies
- Review any network requests if your setup allows it
Red flags to watch for
- Unexpected file access or modifications outside your video folder
- Requests to install additional dependencies you didn't ask for
- AI responses that seem to have executed unintended commands
Questions
How do I install OpenChatCut?
OpenChatCut does not publish a standalone npm or PyPI package. Clone or follow the setup instructions in its source repository at github.com/0xsline/OpenChatCut.
Are there security reports about OpenChatCut?
No reports found for this package in our research (last checked 2026-10-30). OpenChatCut currently holds Grade C (Moderate risk signals) based on public adoption and transparency signals. Key risk areas to watch include ai prompt injection, file system access, mcp integration risks.
Is OpenChatCut actively maintained?
OpenChatCut has 2.8k GitHub stars. Our directory data was last refreshed on 2026-10-30. Check recent commit activity, release tags, and open issues at github.com/0xsline/OpenChatCut before pinning it in production.
What are alternatives to OpenChatCut?
Notable alternatives to OpenChatCut include DaVinci Resolve (Professional video editor with free version, runs locally, no AI agent integration), Shotcut (Open-source video editor, straightforward interface, no AI features), HeyGen (Cloud-based AI video creation tool (uploads your content to their servers)), Runway (AI-powered video editing with local and cloud options). You can also compare OpenChatCut side by side with other skills in the Related tools section on this page.
README badge and team notes
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GitHub README Markdown:
[](https://agentarmorhq.com/skills/0xsline-openchatcut)HTML embed:
<a href="https://agentarmorhq.com/skills/0xsline-openchatcut"><img src="https://agentarmorhq.com/api/badge/0xsline-openchatcut" alt="AgentArmorHQ Risk Grade for OpenChatCut" height="20" /></a>Terminal check:
curl -fsSL https://agentarmorhq.com/api/cli | node --input-type=module - check "0xsline-openchatcut"Share with your security lead
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### AgentArmorHQ Security Review Memo: OpenChatCut
- **Listing URL:** https://agentarmorhq.com/skills/0xsline-openchatcut
- **Type:** AI agent skill
- **Risk Grade:** Grade C (Moderate risk signals)
- **Outside Security Advisories on File:** 0
- **Public Adoption:** 2.8k GitHub stars
#### Permission & Blast-Radius Signals
- **Local files:** No local folder access noted
- **Command execution:** No shell command runner noted
- **Network reach:** Connects to outside service API
- **Credentials:** No API token required
- **Package source:** GitHub (0xsline/OpenChatCut)
#### Recommended Hardened Setup
- **Source Repo:** https://github.com/0xsline/OpenChatCut
- **Controls:** Pin an exact version in `.mcp.json`, scope access to a single workspace folder, and use a least-privilege read-only token where supported.
_Based on public adoption and transparency signals as of Oct 21, 2026. Our opinion, not a code audit or security guarantee._Key facts
- Type
- AI agent skill
- Publisher
- 0xsline
- Source code
- github.com/0xsline/OpenChatCut
- Est. context load
- ~65 tokens idle · ~450 tokens when active (on-demand skill)
- Popularity
- 2.8k GitHub stars
- Last updated
- 2026-10-30
- Last graded
- 2026-10-21
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