k8s-port-forward-mcp
Kubernetes Port Forward — MCP Server: port-forward Kubernetes services with terminal integration
No outside reports on file
k8s-port-forward-mcp 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 24, 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 reachLocal or standard API callsLOW
- CredentialsNo API token requiredLOW
- Package sourcenpm (k8s-port-forward-mcp)PUBLIC
Inferred from this listing’s public package details and description. Check the project’s source before installing.
Install
npx -y k8s-port-forward-mcpAbout K8s Port Forward MCP
K8s Port Forward MCP is an MCP server focused on Developer tools and Cloud & infrastructure: Kubernetes Port Forward — MCP Server: port-forward Kubernetes services with terminal integration.
It is published on npm as k8s-port-forward-mcp and hosted on GitHub at oijusti/k8s-port-forward-mcp. Based on its public metadata, its operational scope includes: runs shell or system commands.
Setup
These use the package this listing points to. Check the project’s own instructions before running anything.
npm command
npx -y k8s-port-forward-mcpMCP client config
For Claude Desktop (claude_desktop_config.json) or Cursor (.cursor/mcp.json).
{
"mcpServers": {
"k8s-port-forward-mcp": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"k8s-port-forward-mcp"
]
}
}
}Why this grade
Signal-based grade (1/7 points): public source code. This reflects adoption and transparency, not a code review.
Popularity and upkeep
- Listing last refreshed
- 2026-10-29
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
- 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 (k8s-port-forward-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 K8s Port Forward MCP?
Run npx -y k8s-port-forward-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/oijusti/k8s-port-forward-mcp.
Are there security reports about K8s Port Forward MCP?
No reports found for this package in our research (last checked 2026-10-29). K8s Port Forward MCP 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 K8s Port Forward MCP actively maintained?
We do not have star or download counts on file for K8s Port Forward MCP yet (listing refreshed 2026-10-29). Check the commit history and open issues at github.com/oijusti/k8s-port-forward-mcp before relying on it.
What are alternatives to K8s Port Forward MCP?
You can compare K8s Port Forward MCP side by side with other Kubernetes MCP servers in the Related tools section on this page, or use the Compare tool on AgentArmorHQ.
Key facts
- Type
- App connector
- Publisher
- oijusti
- Source code
- github.com/oijusti/k8s-port-forward-mcp
- Install command
- npm install k8s-port-forward-mcp
- Est. context load
- ~850 tokens / turn (~5 tool schemas, 0.43% of 200k context)
- Last updated
- 2026-10-29
- Last graded
- 2026-10-24
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