codeam-cli
Workflow-continuity bridge for AI coding agents. Wrap Claude Code or Codex in a PTY and supervise, approve, and redirect the session from any device — async. The terminal companion for CodeAgent Mobile.
2 outside reports on file
codeam-cli runs shell or system commands; restrict its folder reach, network access, and credentials before installing.
Based on public adoption and transparency signals as of Oct 19, 2026. Our opinion, not a code audit or security guarantee.
What it can access
- Local filesNo local folder access notedLOW
- Command executionRuns shell or system commandsREVIEW
- Network reachConnects to outside service APINOTED
- CredentialsNo API token requiredLOW
- Package sourcenpm (codeam-cli)PUBLIC
Inferred from this listing’s public package details and description. Check the project’s source before installing.
Install
npx -y codeam-cliAbout Codeam CLI
Codeam CLI is an MCP server focused on Developer tools: Workflow-continuity bridge for AI coding agents. Wrap Claude Code or Codex in a PTY and supervise, approve, and redirect the session from any device — async. The terminal companion for CodeAgent Mobile.
It is published on npm as codeam-cli and hosted on GitHub at edgar-durand/codeagent-mobile-clients (8 GitHub stars, 1,770 weekly npm downloads, last repository push on 2026-10-22). Based on its public metadata, its operational scope includes: runs shell or system commands.
Setup
Check these steps against the project’s own instructions before running anything.
Run codeam-cli with --ignore-scripts in claude_desktop_config.json or .cursor/mcp.json:
{
"mcpServers": {
"codeam-cli": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["-y", "--ignore-scripts", "codeam-cli"]
}
}
}
Why this grade
Signal-based grade (2/7 points): public source code. This reflects adoption and transparency, not a code review.
Popularity and upkeep
- GitHub stars
- 8
- Weekly npm downloads
- 9.1k
- 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.
Security reports
Reports from our research that name this package. We list them as published and do not rate them.
- Malicious code in codeam-cli (npm)GitHub Advisory Database · 2026-07-27
- Malicious code in codeam-cli (npm)OSV · 2026-07-16
Risks to watch for
- Command execution reach: Public metadata indicates shell, terminal, or container command execution. Run inside an isolated container or VM and require human approval before executing commands.
- Dependency & version pinning: Distributed via npm (codeam-cli). 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 Codeam CLI?
Run npx -y codeam-cli 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/edgar-durand/codeagent-mobile-clients.
Are there security reports about Codeam CLI?
2 reports were found for this package in our research. Titles and dates (GitHub Advisory Database, OSV) are listed in the Reports section above. Codeam CLI currently holds Grade C (Moderate risk signals) based on public adoption and transparency signals. Key risk areas to watch include command execution reach:, dependency & version pinning:.
Is Codeam CLI actively maintained?
Codeam CLI has 8 GitHub stars and 9.1k weekly npm downloads, with its latest repository commit pushed on 2026-10-22. Our directory data was last refreshed on 2026-10-28. Check recent commit activity, release tags, and open issues at github.com/edgar-durand/codeagent-mobile-clients before pinning it in production.
What are alternatives to Codeam CLI?
Compare Codeam CLI side by side with similar MCP servers in the Related tools section on this page, or browse all MCP servers on AgentArmorHQ.
Key facts
- Type
- App connector
- Publisher
- edgar-durand
- Source code
- github.com/edgar-durand/codeagent-mobile-clients
- Install command
- npm install codeam-cli
- Est. context load
- ~550 tokens / turn (~3 tool schemas, 0.27% of 200k context)
- Popularity
- 8 GitHub stars, 9.1k weekly npm downloads
- Last updated
- 2026-10-28
- Last graded
- 2026-10-20
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