@cstart/coldstart
Self-maintaining codebase memory for AI coding agents: an AST index that answers which files matter, plus agent-written notes that flag themselves stale when the code changes. No embeddings, no API key. CLI + MCP.
No outside reports on file
@cstart/coldstart reads local files and requires API keys or tokens; restrict its folder reach, network access, and credentials before installing.
Based on public adoption and transparency signals as of Oct 23, 2026. Our opinion, not a code audit or security guarantee.
What it can access
- Local filesReads local filesNOTED
- Command executionNo shell command runner notedLOW
- Network reachLocal or standard API callsLOW
- CredentialsRequires API key or tokenREVIEW
- Package sourcenpm (@cstart/coldstart)PUBLIC
Inferred from this listing’s public package details and description. Check the project’s source before installing.
Install
npx -y @cstart/coldstartEverything 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 2026-10-24.
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 @cstart/coldstart
@cstart/coldstart is an MCP server focused on Developer tools and Files & documents: Self-maintaining codebase memory for AI coding agents: an AST index that answers which files matter, plus agent-written notes that flag themselves stale when the code changes. No embeddings, no API key. CLI + MCP.
It is published on npm as @cstart/coldstart and hosted on GitHub at akashgoenka/coldstart (11 GitHub stars, last repository push on 2026-09-29). Based on its public metadata, its operational scope includes: reads local files, requires api key or token.
Setup
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npm command
npx -y @cstart/coldstartMCP client config
For Claude Desktop (claude_desktop_config.json) or Cursor (.cursor/mcp.json).
{
"mcpServers": {
"coldstart": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@cstart/coldstart"
]
}
}
}Why this grade
Signal-based grade (2/7 points): listed in several sources, public source code. This reflects adoption and transparency, not a code review.
Popularity and upkeep
- GitHub stars
- 11
- Listing last refreshed
- 2026-10-28
These are public popularity signals, not a maintenance check. Look at the repository’s commit history and open issues.
Risks to watch for
- Local file read access: Reads local documents or database files. Point it only at the specific files needed for the task so sensitive workspace files remain out of reach.
- Credential & token exposure: Requires API keys or secrets in configuration. Store credentials in environment variables with read-only or minimum required scopes and rotate them regularly.
- Dependency & version pinning: Distributed via npm (@cstart/coldstart). Pin an exact release version or commit SHA rather than floating tags so upstream updates are reviewed first.
How to lower the risk
Least-privilege permissions
- Give it access only to the specific folders, accounts or projects it needs, never your whole drive or admin account.
- Use a separate, limited API key or login just for this tool so you can switch it off without affecting anything else.
Network isolation
- Run it on a work computer or sandbox account, not one holding personal or company-sensitive data.
- If your IT team can, limit which websites and services it is allowed to contact.
Monitoring
- Check its activity history or logs weekly at first, and look at what it changed or sent.
- Turn on alerts for new logins or unusual usage on any account it connects to.
Red flags to watch for
- It asks for more access than its job requires, or prompts you to paste passwords.
- It suddenly updates with new owners, or starts contacting unfamiliar websites.
Questions
How do I install @cstart/coldstart?
Run npx -y @cstart/coldstart in your terminal, or add the server entry to your claude_desktop_config.json or .cursor/mcp.json as shown in the Setup section on this page. Full setup docs and environment variables are in github.com/akashgoenka/coldstart.
Are there security reports about @cstart/coldstart?
No reports found for this package in our research (last checked 2026-10-30). @cstart/coldstart currently holds Grade C (Moderate risk signals) based on public adoption and transparency signals. Review the permissions and source repository before granting access to local files, shell commands, or API keys.
Is @cstart/coldstart actively maintained?
@cstart/coldstart has 11 GitHub stars, with its latest repository commit pushed on 2026-09-29. Our directory data was last refreshed on 2026-10-28. Check recent commit activity, release tags, and open issues at github.com/akashgoenka/coldstart before pinning it in production.
What are alternatives to @cstart/coldstart?
You can compare @cstart/coldstart side by side with other Memory MCP servers in the Related tools section on this page, or use the Compare tool on AgentArmorHQ.
README badge and team notes
Maintain or use @cstart/coldstart? Show its live grade in your GitHub README, docs site, or run a check from the terminal before you install.
GitHub README Markdown:
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curl -fsSL https://agentarmorhq.com/api/cli | node --input-type=module - check "akashgoenka-coldstart"Share with your security lead
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### AgentArmorHQ Security Review Memo: @cstart/coldstart
- **Listing URL:** https://agentarmorhq.com/skills/akashgoenka-coldstart
- **Type:** App connector
- **Risk Grade:** Grade C (Moderate risk signals)
- **Outside Security Advisories on File:** 0
- **Public Adoption:** 11 GitHub stars
#### Permission & Blast-Radius Signals
- **Local files:** Reads local files
- **Command execution:** No shell command runner noted
- **Network reach:** Local or standard API calls
- **Credentials:** Requires API key or token
- **Package source:** npm (@cstart/coldstart)
#### Recommended Hardened Setup
- **Command:** `npx -y --ignore-scripts @cstart/coldstart`
- **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 23, 2026. Our opinion, not a code audit or security guarantee._Key facts
- Type
- App connector
- Publisher
- akashgoenka
- Source code
- github.com/akashgoenka/coldstart
- Install command
- npm install @cstart/coldstart
- Est. context load
- ~900 tokens / turn (~5 tool schemas, 0.45% of 200k context)
- Popularity
- 11 GitHub stars
- Last updated
- 2026-10-28
- Last graded
- 2026-10-24
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