@modootoday/datalab-extension-mcp
Local MCP server that exposes the DataLab Tools browser extension's tools to an MCP host. Read-only lookups run without a prompt; anything that edits a document or costs money is gated by the extension and confirmed by you first. Holds no credentials; eve
No outside reports on file
@modootoday/datalab-extension-mcp fetches arbitrary web URLs 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 24, 2026. Our opinion, not a code audit or security guarantee.
What it can access
- Local filesNo local folder access notedLOW
- Command executionNo shell command runner notedLOW
- Network reachFetches arbitrary web URLsREVIEW
- CredentialsRequires API key or tokenREVIEW
- Package sourcenpm (@modootoday/datalab-extension-mcp)PUBLIC
Inferred from this listing’s public package details and description. Check the project’s source before installing.
Install
npx -y @modootoday/datalab-extension-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 @modootoday/datalab-extension-mcp
@modootoday/datalab-extension-mcp is an MCP server focused on Data & databases and Web & browsing: Local MCP server that exposes the DataLab Tools browser extension's tools to an MCP host. Read-only lookups run without a prompt; anything that edits a document or costs money is gated by the extension and confirmed by you first. Holds no credentials; eve.
It is published on npm as @modootoday/datalab-extension-mcp and hosted on GitHub at modootoday/datalab-extension-mcp (3,855 weekly npm downloads, last repository push on 2026-10-19). Based on its public metadata, its operational scope includes: fetches arbitrary web urls, requires api key or token.
Setup
Check these steps against the project’s own instructions before running anything.
Run @modootoday/datalab-extension-mcp with --ignore-scripts in claude_desktop_config.json or .cursor/mcp.json:
{
"mcpServers": {
"datalab-extension-mcp": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["-y", "--ignore-scripts", "@modootoday/datalab-extension-mcp"]
}
}
}
Why this grade
Signal-based grade (2/7 points): public source code. This reflects adoption and transparency, not a code review.
Popularity and upkeep
- Weekly npm downloads
- 3.9k
- 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
- Untrusted web content & prompt injection: Fetches arbitrary web pages or remote endpoints where hidden instructions could manipulate agent behavior. Restrict outbound domains and review tool outputs.
- 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 (@modootoday/datalab-extension-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 @modootoday/datalab-extension-mcp?
Run npx -y @modootoday/datalab-extension-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/modootoday/datalab-extension-mcp.
Are there security reports about @modootoday/datalab-extension-mcp?
No reports found for this package in our research (last checked 2026-10-30). @modootoday/datalab-extension-mcp currently holds Grade C (Moderate risk signals) based on public adoption and transparency signals. Key risk areas to watch include untrusted web content & prompt injection:, credential & token exposure:, dependency & version pinning:.
Is @modootoday/datalab-extension-mcp actively maintained?
@modootoday/datalab-extension-mcp has 3.9k weekly npm downloads, with its latest repository commit pushed on 2026-10-19. Our directory data was last refreshed on 2026-10-28. Check recent commit activity, release tags, and open issues at github.com/modootoday/datalab-extension-mcp before pinning it in production.
What are alternatives to @modootoday/datalab-extension-mcp?
You can compare @modootoday/datalab-extension-mcp side by side with other Browser MCP servers in the Related tools section on this page, or use the Compare tool on AgentArmorHQ.
Key facts
- Type
- App connector
- Publisher
- modootoday
- Source code
- github.com/modootoday/datalab-extension-mcp
- Install command
- npm install @modootoday/datalab-extension-mcp
- Est. context load
- ~750 tokens / turn (~4 tool schemas, 0.38% of 200k context)
- Popularity
- 3.9k weekly npm downloads
- Last updated
- 2026-10-28
- Last graded
- 2026-10-24
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