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MCP Search Server

MCP server · PyPI · graded 2026-10-24Source linked

Web search, content extraction, PDF parsing, plus datetime and geolocation tools. No API keys.

2 advisories on file

MCP Search Server reads local files; 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.

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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 sourcePyPI (mcp-search-server)PUBLIC

Inferred from this listing’s public package details and description. Check the project’s source before installing.

Install

uvx mcp-search-server

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Everything known

2 critical advisories on record. The newest is from 2026-07-30. None lists a fixed version.

0 incidents · 2 advisories · 0 news articles · 0 community threads · checked 2026-10-30

Popularity grade: D (from public signals such as stars and downloads, not a code review). Graded 2026-10-24.

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  1. AdvisoryMalicious code in mcp-search-server (PyPI)OSV · 2026-07-30 · Severity: Critical · Listed as malware by the source
  2. AdvisoryMalicious code in mcp-search-server (PyPI)GitHub Advisory Database · 2026-07-30 · Severity: Critical · Listed as malware by the source

Sources we read: OSV, GitHub Advisory Database, CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities, 44 security news feeds and our incident library. Last checked 2026-10-30.

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About MCP Search Server

MCP Search Server is an MCP server focused on Web & browsing and Files & documents: Web search, content extraction, PDF parsing, plus datetime and geolocation tools. No API keys.

It is published on PyPI as mcp-search-server and hosted on GitHub at KazKozDev/mcp-search-server (33 PyPI downloads). 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.

PyPI command

uvx mcp-search-server

PyPI (pip) command

pip install mcp-search-server

MCP client config

For Claude Desktop (claude_desktop_config.json) or Cursor (.cursor/mcp.json).

json
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "mcp-search-server": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": [
        "mcp-search-server"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Why this grade

DD — High risk signals

Signal-based grade (1/7 points): public source code. This reflects adoption and transparency, not a code review.

Popularity and upkeep

14/100
PyPI downloads
33
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.
  • Dependency & version pinning: Distributed via PyPI (mcp-search-server). 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 MCP Search Server?

Run uvx mcp-search-server (or pip install mcp-search-server) 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/KazKozDev/mcp-search-server.

Are there security reports about MCP Search Server?

2 reports were found for this package in our research. Titles and dates (OSV, GitHub Advisory Database) are listed in the Reports section above. MCP Search Server 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 MCP Search Server actively maintained?

MCP Search Server has 33 PyPI downloads. Our directory data was last refreshed on 2026-10-28. Check recent commit activity, release tags, and open issues at github.com/KazKozDev/mcp-search-server before pinning it in production.

What are alternatives to MCP Search Server?

You can compare MCP Search Server side by side with other Search MCP servers in the Related tools section on this page, or use the Compare tool on AgentArmorHQ.

README badge and team notes

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AgentArmorHQ Risk Grade D for MCP Search Server

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Terminal check:

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### AgentArmorHQ Security Review Memo: MCP Search Server
- **Listing URL:** https://agentarmorhq.com/skills/kazkozdev-mcp-search-server
- **Type:** App connector
- **Risk Grade:** Grade D (High risk signals)
- **Outside Security Advisories on File:** 2

#### Permission & Blast-Radius Signals
- **Local files:** Reads local files
- **Command execution:** No shell command runner noted
- **Network reach:** Local or standard API calls
- **Credentials:** No API token required
- **Package source:** PyPI (mcp-search-server)

#### Recommended Hardened Setup
- **Command:** `uvx mcp-search-server`
- **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
KazKozDev
Source code
github.com/KazKozDev/mcp-search-server
Install command
pip install mcp-search-server
Est. context load
~550 tokens / turn (~3 tool schemas, 0.27% of 200k context)
Popularity
33 PyPI downloads
Last updated
2026-10-28
Last graded
2026-10-24

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