ripple
Shared console MCP server for any shell (bash, pwsh, cmd) — AI and user work in the same terminal. Real-time command visibility, interactive prompt support, session persistence, multi-shell management with automatic cwd handoff.
No outside reports on file
ripple 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 19, 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 (@ytsuda/ripple)PUBLIC
Inferred from this listing’s public package details and description. Check the project’s source before installing.
Install
npx -y @ytsuda/rippleEverything 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: D (from public signals such as stars and downloads, not a code review). Graded 2026-10-19.
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 Ripple
Ripple is an MCP server focused on Developer tools and Cloud & infrastructure: Shared console MCP server for any shell (bash, pwsh, cmd) — AI and user work in the same terminal. Real-time command visibility, interactive prompt support, session persistence, multi-shell management with automatic cwd handoff.
It is published on npm as @ytsuda/ripple and hosted on GitHub at yotsuda/ripple (23 GitHub stars). 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 @ytsuda/rippleMCP client config
For Claude Desktop (claude_desktop_config.json) or Cursor (.cursor/mcp.json).
{
"mcpServers": {
"ripple": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@ytsuda/ripple"
]
}
}
}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
- 23
- 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.
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 (@ytsuda/ripple). 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 Ripple?
Run npx -y @ytsuda/ripple 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/yotsuda/ripple.
Are there security reports about Ripple?
No reports found for this package in our research (last checked 2026-10-30). Ripple 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 Ripple actively maintained?
Ripple has 23 GitHub stars. Our directory data was last refreshed on 2026-10-29. Check recent commit activity, release tags, and open issues at github.com/yotsuda/ripple before pinning it in production.
What are alternatives to Ripple?
Compare Ripple side by side with similar MCP servers in the Related tools section on this page, or browse all MCP servers on AgentArmorHQ.
Key facts
- Type
- App connector
- Publisher
- yotsuda
- Source code
- github.com/yotsuda/ripple
- Install command
- npm install @ytsuda/ripple
- Est. context load
- ~900 tokens / turn (~5 tool schemas, 0.45% of 200k context)
- Popularity
- 23 GitHub stars
- Last updated
- 2026-10-29
- Last graded
- 2026-10-19
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