@bendyline/gezel-mcp
Gezel's Model Context Protocol server: gives gezels and other MCP clients access to memory, workspace files, artifacts, tasks, and team tools.
No outside reports on file
@bendyline/gezel-mcp reads and writes local folders; restrict its folder reach, network access, and credentials before installing.
Based on public adoption and transparency signals as of Oct 24, 2026. Our opinion, not a code audit or security guarantee.
What it can access
- Local filesReads & writes local foldersREVIEW
- Command executionNo shell command runner notedLOW
- Network reachLocal or standard API callsLOW
- CredentialsNo API token requiredLOW
- Package sourcenpm (@bendyline/gezel-mcp)PUBLIC
Inferred from this listing’s public package details and description. Check the project’s source before installing.
Install
npx -y @bendyline/gezel-mcpEverything 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 @bendyline/gezel-mcp
@bendyline/gezel-mcp is an MCP server focused on Developer tools and Files & documents: Gezel's Model Context Protocol server: gives gezels and other MCP clients access to memory, workspace files, artifacts, tasks, and team tools.
It is published on npm as @bendyline/gezel-mcp and hosted on GitHub at bendyline/gezel (2 GitHub stars). Based on its public metadata, its operational scope includes: reads & writes local folders.
Setup
These use the package this listing points to. Check the project’s own instructions before running anything.
npm command
npx -y @bendyline/gezel-mcpMCP client config
For Claude Desktop (claude_desktop_config.json) or Cursor (.cursor/mcp.json).
{
"mcpServers": {
"gezel-mcp": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@bendyline/gezel-mcp"
]
}
}
}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
- 2
- 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
- Local folder write access: Can create, edit, or delete files on disk. Restrict its working directory to a dedicated project folder and never mount home or credential directories.
- Dependency & version pinning: Distributed via npm (@bendyline/gezel-mcp). 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 @bendyline/gezel-mcp?
Run npx -y @bendyline/gezel-mcp 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/bendyline/gezel.
Are there security reports about @bendyline/gezel-mcp?
No reports found for this package in our research (last checked 2026-10-30). @bendyline/gezel-mcp 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 @bendyline/gezel-mcp actively maintained?
@bendyline/gezel-mcp has 2 GitHub stars. Our directory data was last refreshed on 2026-10-30. Check recent commit activity, release tags, and open issues at github.com/bendyline/gezel before pinning it in production.
What are alternatives to @bendyline/gezel-mcp?
You can compare @bendyline/gezel-mcp side by side with other Memory MCP servers in the Related tools section on this page, or use the Compare tool on AgentArmorHQ.
Key facts
- Type
- App connector
- Publisher
- bendyline
- Source code
- github.com/bendyline/gezel
- Install command
- npm install @bendyline/gezel-mcp
- Est. context load
- ~850 tokens / turn (~5 tool schemas, 0.43% of 200k context)
- Popularity
- 2 GitHub stars
- Last updated
- 2026-10-30
- Last graded
- 2026-10-24
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