playwright-mcp-wsl
We found no security report about this add-on in the sources we read (checked 2026-11-01). That does not prove it is harmless.
Drop-in WSL-safe wrapper for @playwright/mcp. Prevents GPU crashes on Windows Subsystem for Linux by disabling Chromium GPU acceleration through the dxg bridge.
No outside reports on file
playwright-mcp-wsl fetches arbitrary web URLs; restrict its folder reach, network access, and credentials before installing.
Based on public adoption and transparency signals as of Oct 31, 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
- CredentialsNo API token requiredLOW
- Package sourcenpm (playwright-mcp-wsl)PUBLIC
Inferred from this listing’s public package details and description. Check the project’s source before installing.
Install
npx -y playwright-mcp-wslEverything known
We found nothing about this project in the sources we read (last checked 2026-11-01). That does not mean it has no problems.
0 incidents · 0 advisories · 0 news articles · 0 community threads · checked 2026-11-01
Popularity grade: D (from public signals such as stars and downloads, not a code review). Graded 2026-10-31.
Sources we read: OSV, GitHub Advisory Database, CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities, 44 security news feeds and our incident library. Last checked 2026-11-01.
About playwright-mcp-wsl
playwright-mcp-wsl is an MCP server focused on Web & browsing: Drop-in WSL-safe wrapper for @playwright/mcp. Prevents GPU crashes on Windows Subsystem for Linux by disabling Chromium GPU acceleration through the dxg bridge.
It is published on npm as playwright-mcp-wsl and hosted on GitHub at northwoodssentinel/playwright-mcp-wsl (828 weekly npm downloads). Based on its public metadata, its operational scope includes: fetches arbitrary web urls.
Setup
These use the package this listing points to. Check the project’s own instructions before running anything.
npm command
npx -y playwright-mcp-wslMCP client config
For Claude Desktop (claude_desktop_config.json) or Cursor (.cursor/mcp.json).
{
"mcpServers": {
"playwright-mcp-wsl": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"playwright-mcp-wsl"
]
}
}
}Why this grade
Signal-based grade (1/7 points): public source code. This reflects adoption and transparency, not a code review.
Popularity and upkeep
- Weekly npm downloads
- 828
- Listing last refreshed
- 2026-10-31
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.
- Dependency & version pinning: Distributed via npm (playwright-mcp-wsl). 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 playwright-mcp-wsl?
Run npx -y playwright-mcp-wsl 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/northwoodssentinel/playwright-mcp-wsl.
Are there security reports about playwright-mcp-wsl?
We found no security report about this add-on in the sources we read (checked 2026-11-01). playwright-mcp-wsl 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 playwright-mcp-wsl actively maintained?
playwright-mcp-wsl has 828 weekly npm downloads. Our directory data was last refreshed on 2026-10-31. Check recent commit activity, release tags, and open issues at github.com/northwoodssentinel/playwright-mcp-wsl before pinning it in production.
What are alternatives to playwright-mcp-wsl?
You can compare playwright-mcp-wsl side by side with other Playwright 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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GitHub README Markdown:
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### AgentArmorHQ Security Review Memo: playwright-mcp-wsl
- **Listing URL:** https://agentarmorhq.com/skills/northwoodssentinel-playwright-mcp-wsl
- **Type:** App connector
- **Risk Grade:** Grade D (High risk signals)
- **Outside Security Advisories on File:** 0
#### Permission & Blast-Radius Signals
- **Local files:** No local folder access noted
- **Command execution:** No shell command runner noted
- **Network reach:** Fetches arbitrary web URLs
- **Credentials:** No API token required
- **Package source:** npm (playwright-mcp-wsl)
#### Recommended Hardened Setup
- **Command:** `npx -y --ignore-scripts playwright-mcp-wsl`
- **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 31, 2026. Our opinion, not a code audit or security guarantee._Key facts
- Type
- App connector
- Publisher
- northwoodssentinel
- Source code
- github.com/northwoodssentinel/playwright-mcp-wsl
- Install command
- npm install playwright-mcp-wsl
- Est. context load
- ~3.1k tokens / turn (~18 tool schemas, 1.55% of 200k context)
- Popularity
- 828 weekly npm downloads
- Last updated
- 2026-10-31
- Last graded
- 2026-10-31
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