vaults-hub
Stdio MCP server for Obsidian-style Markdown vaults
No outside reports on file
vaults-hub reads local files; 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 filesReads local filesNOTED
- Command executionNo shell command runner notedLOW
- Network reachLocal or standard API callsLOW
- CredentialsNo API token requiredLOW
- Package sourcenpm (vaults-hub)PUBLIC
Inferred from this listing’s public package details and description. Check the project’s source before installing.
Install
npx -y vaults-hubAbout Vaults Hub
Vaults Hub is an MCP server focused on Files & documents and Cloud & infrastructure: Stdio MCP server for Obsidian-style Markdown vaults.
It is published on npm as vaults-hub and hosted on GitHub at ishaan-jindal/vaults-hub (1 GitHub stars, 189 weekly npm downloads, last repository push on 2026-10-18). Based on its public metadata, its operational scope includes: reads local files.
Setup
These use the package this listing points to. Check the project’s own instructions before running anything.
npm command
npx -y vaults-hubMCP client config
For Claude Desktop (claude_desktop_config.json) or Cursor (.cursor/mcp.json).
{
"mcpServers": {
"vaults-hub": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"vaults-hub"
]
}
}
}Why this grade
Signal-based grade (1/7 points): public source code. This reflects adoption and transparency, not a code review.
Popularity and upkeep
- GitHub stars
- 1
- Weekly npm downloads
- 189
- 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
No reports found for this package in our research (last checked 2026-10-29).
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.
- Dependency & version pinning: Distributed via npm (vaults-hub). 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 Vaults Hub?
Run npx -y vaults-hub 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/ishaan-jindal/vaults-hub.
Are there security reports about Vaults Hub?
No reports found for this package in our research (last checked 2026-10-29). Vaults Hub currently holds Grade D (High 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 Vaults Hub actively maintained?
Vaults Hub has 1 GitHub stars and 189 weekly npm downloads, with its latest repository commit pushed on 2026-10-18. Our directory data was last refreshed on 2026-10-28. Check recent commit activity, release tags, and open issues at github.com/ishaan-jindal/vaults-hub before pinning it in production.
What are alternatives to Vaults Hub?
You can compare Vaults Hub side by side with other Obsidian MCP servers in the Related tools section on this page, or use the Compare tool on AgentArmorHQ.
Key facts
- Type
- App connector
- Publisher
- ishaan-jindal
- Source code
- github.com/ishaan-jindal/vaults-hub
- Install command
- npm install vaults-hub
- Est. context load
- ~850 tokens / turn (~5 tool schemas, 0.43% of 200k context)
- Popularity
- 1 GitHub stars, 189 weekly npm downloads
- Last updated
- 2026-10-28
- Last graded
- 2026-10-20
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